blanket

Meanings

• noun

  A large piece of fabric used as a covering for a bed, a person, or other objects.

• verb

  To cover or protect with a blanket.

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Pronunciation

1. /ˈblæŋkɪt/
   
   
   
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2. /ˈblæŋkɪt/
   
   
   
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Synonyms

all-encompassing , exhaustive

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with blanket
hamnet , pannet , damnet

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Variants

List of all variants of blanket that leads to same result
blanket , blanketlike , blankets , blanketed , blanketing , blanket chest , blanket chests , blanket stitch , blanket stitches , blanket-stitch , blanket-stitched , blanket-stitches , blanket-stitching , pig in a blanket , pigs in a blanket , pigs in blankets , receiving blanket , receiving blankets , saddle blanket , saddle blankets , security blanket , security blankets , wet blanket , wet blankets

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Etymology

origin and the way in which meanings have changed throughout history.

The Old English word 'blaecet' means 'cloth' or 'blanket'. The word 'blanket' comes from the Middle English word 'blanchet', which means 'white cloth'.

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Trivia

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1. The world's largest blanket measures 10,160 square feet and was created by the National Quilting Association in 1996.

2. In some cultures, it is believed that a blanket can protect against evil spirits.

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Related Concepts

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1. Comforter: A blanket is often used interchangeably with the term 'comforter'. A comforter is a large, soft covering used for warmth and comfort.

2. Quilt: A quilt is a type of blanket made from layers of fabric stitched together. Quilts have been a popular form of folk art for centuries.

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Culture

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In many cultures, blankets have been used for warmth, comfort, and protection for centuries. They have been a symbol of hospitality and have been used in various forms of art, literature, and music.

How to Memorize "blanket"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize a cozy scene with a blanket covering a bed or a person. Imagine the texture and warmth of the blanket.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'blanket' with the feeling of warmth and comfort.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'Brings Comfort And Warmth To Everyone' to remember the meaning of 'blanket'.

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