1. Plural of manta; large, flat-bodied rays with wing-like fins, found in tropical and subtropical oceans.
Usage: Usually refers to manta rays (genus Manta).; Commonly used in marine biology and diving contexts.
2. A large rectangular cloth or blanket, typically used in Spanish-speaking regions.
Usage: Spanish origin; less common in English.; May refer to a shawl or wrap.

Examples

• The divers were thrilled to see several mantas gliding gracefully through the reef.
• Mantas are among the largest rays in the world, with wingspans reaching up to 23 feet.
• Scientists study mantas to better understand their migration patterns.
• The aquarium's newest exhibit features two mantas in a large tank.
• Mantas filter-feed on plankton as they swim through the ocean.
• Local fishermen reported spotting a school of mantas near the coast.