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blan·ket

blanket

 
 
pronunciation:
blaeng kiht
parts of speech:
noun, verb
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part of speech: noun
definition 1: a thick piece of material used on a bed for warmth or worn as clothing.
 
similar words:
afghan, bedding, bedspread, quilt
definition 2: a layer of something, such as snow, clouds, or flowers, that covers a thing or area.
A blanket of mist covered the lake.
synonyms:
coat, covering, layer
similar words:
carpet, cloak, coating, film, sheet
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part of speech: verb
inflections: blankets, blanketing, blanketed
definition: to cover with a blanket or layer.
Blanket the garden with leaves for the winter.
synonyms:
coat, cover
similar words:
carpet, cloak, conceal, envelop, hide
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