blanket
1 of 3noun/ˈblæŋkɪt/
Forms:blankets
1
a large piece of fabric made of wool, cotton, or other materials that is used to keep warm or to provide comfort, used on beds, sofas, chairs, etc.
- She wrapped herself in a warm blanket while watching her favorite movie on a chilly evening.
- The hotel provided a soft blanket for guests to use during their stay, ensuring a comfortable night's sleep.
- He pulled the heavy blanket over himself as he settled into the cozy armchair with a good book.
- During the picnic, they spread out a large blanket on the grass and enjoyed a delicious lunch under the sun.
- The colorful quilted blanket added a touch of warmth and style to the otherwise plain bedroom decor.
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2
anything that covers or envelops a surface, area, or situation completely
- A blanket of fog enveloped the entire city in the early morning.
- The garden was covered with a blanket of fallen leaves.
- A thick blanket of snow had fallen overnight, transforming the landscape.
- The night sky was a blanket of twinkling stars.
- The government imposed a blanket ban on all public gatherings.
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3
a layer of lead surrounding the highly reactive core of a nuclear reactor