Heraldry. = mantling, n. 5; (also) an unslashed robe of estate borne behind an achievement.

Heraldry. The ornamental accessory of drapery or scrollwork frequently depicted behind and around an achievement; a lambrequin. Cf. mantle, n. 1c.

Heraldry. An elaborate form of mantling (mantling, n. 5) sometimes used in the depiction of royal arms.

A scarf or piece of stuff worn over the helmet as a covering. In Heraldry represented with one end (which is cut or jagged) pendant or floating…