noun (n)

• the layer of unmyelinated neurons (the grey matter) forming the cortex of the cerebrum(noun.body)

  Synonym:
  cerebral cortex, cerebral mantle, cortex
  

  source: wordnet30
• (zoology) a protective layer of epidermis in mollusks or brachiopods that secretes a substance forming the shell(noun.body)

  Synonym:
  mantle
  

  source: wordnet30
• (Roman Catholic Church) vestment consisting of a band encircling the shoulders with two lappets hanging in front and back(noun.artifact)

  source: wordnet30
• cloak or mantle worn by men in ancient Rome(noun.artifact)

  source: wordnet30
• A large, square, woolen cloak which enveloped the whole person, worn by the Greeks and by certain Romans. It is the Roman name of a Greek garment.(noun)

  source: webster1913