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Words, grammatical forms and meanings linked to the ontology.

assume the mantle en · VERB

Etymology

From the act of putting on particular robes of office.

Meanings

  1. (idiomatic, with "of") To take on a specific role or position, along with any associated responsibilities.

Forms

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assumes the mantle Number=Sing, Person=3, Tense=Pres lexicographic
assumed the mantle Tense=Past, VerbForm=Part lexicographic
assumed the mantle Tense=Past lexicographic
assuming the mantle Tense=Pres, VerbForm=Part lexicographic

Relateds

carry the mantle

Synonyms

pick up the mantle · take up the mantle