SINCE 1828
overmantel
noun
over·man·tel
| \ ˈō-vər-ˌman-tᵊl
\
\
Definition of overmantel
: an ornamental structure (such as a painting) above a mantelpiece
Keep scrolling for more
Comments on overmantel
What made you want to look up overmantel? Please tell us where you read or heard it (including the quote, if possible).
Test Your Vocabulary
Finance Words Quiz
-
- The etymology of mortgage is related most closely to which two words?
Test your vocabulary with our 10-question quiz!
TAKE THE QUIZ
Test Your Knowledge - and learn some interesting things along the way.
TAKE THE QUIZLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
Words at Play
Ask the Editors
Share overmantel
Resources for overmantel