The term pallium is a Latin word that refers to a type of clothing worn in ancient Greece and Rome. It is related to two crossword solutions, MANTLE (6 letters) and himation (8 letters). A MANTLE is a loose cloak or cape that was often worn by men in ancient Greece and Rome. A himation is a similar garment, but it was typically worn by women. Both garments were made of wool and were draped over the shoulders.