overmantel
English
noun
Definitions
- A decorative structure, usually plasterwork or carved wood, and sometimes containing a mirror, over a mantelpiece
Etymology
Affix from English mantel.
Origin
English
mantel
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Distribution of cognates by language
Geogrpahic distribution of cognates
Cognates and derived terms
- mantel English
- mantelboard English
- mantelpiece English
- mantelshelf English
- manteltree English
- mantel Middle English