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BLANKET Synonyms

There are 24 synonyms of the word blanket. (exact relations)
There are 16 hypernyms of the word blanket. (close relations)
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cover
verb, nounv, n
noun

• a covering that serves to conceal or shelter something

• bedding that keeps a person warm in bed

• the act of concealing the existence of something by obstructing the view of it

• the protective covering on the front, back, and spine of a book

• a natural object that covers or envelops

• covering for a hole (especially a hole in the top of a container)

• fire that makes it difficult for the enemy to fire on your own individuals or formations

• a fixed charge by a restaurant or nightclub over and above the charge for food and drink

• a recording of a song that was first recorded or made popular by somebody else

• a false identity and background (especially one created for an undercover agent)

verb

• provide with a covering or cause to be covered

• form a cover over

• span an interval of distance, space or time

• provide for

• act on verbally or in some form of artistic expression

• include in scope; include as part of something broader; have as one's sphere or territory

• travel across or pass over

• be responsible for reporting the details of, as in journalism

• hold within range of an aimed firearm

• to take an action to protect against future problems

• hide from view or knowledge

• protect or defend (a position in a game)

• maintain a check on; especially by patrolling

• protect by insurance

• make up for shortcomings or a feeling of inferiority by exaggerating good qualities

• invest with a large or excessive amount of something

• help out by taking someone's place and temporarily assuming his responsibilities

• be sufficient to meet, defray, or offset the charge or cost of

• spread over a surface to conceal or protect

• cover as if with a shroud

• copulate with a female, used especially of horses

• put something on top of something else

• play a higher card than the one previously played

• be responsible for guarding an opponent in a game

• sit on (eggs)

• clothe, as if for protection from the elements

mantle
nounn
noun

• the cloak as a symbol of authority

• United States baseball player (1931-1997)

• the layer of the earth between the crust and the core

• anything that covers

• (zoology) a protective layer of epidermis in mollusks or brachiopods that secretes a substance forming the shell

• shelf that projects from wall above fireplace

• hanging cloth used as a blind (especially for a window)

• a sleeveless garment like a cloak but shorter

verb

• spread over a surface, like a mantle

• cover like a mantle

afghan
noun, adjectiven, adj
adjective

• of or relating to or characteristic of Afghanistan or its people

noun

• a blanket knitted or crocheted in strips or squares; sometimes used as a shawl

• a native or inhabitant of Afghanistan

• a coat made of sheepskin

• an Iranian language spoken in Afghanistan and Pakistan; the official language of Afghanistan

• tall graceful breed of hound with a long silky coat; native to the Near East

bedspread
nounn
noun

• decorative cover for a bed

cloak
verb, noun, adjectivev, n, adj
noun

• anything that covers or conceals

• a loose outer garment

verb

• hide under a false appearance

• cover as if with clothing

• cover with or as if with a cloak

counterpane
nounn
noun

• decorative cover for a bed

covering
verb, noun, adjectivev, n, adj
noun

• a natural object that covers or envelops

• an artifact that covers something else (usually to protect or shelter or conceal it)

• the act of concealing the existence of something by obstructing the view of it

• the act of protecting something by covering it

• the work of applying something

duvet
nounn
noun

• a soft quilt usually filled with the down of the eider

overlay
verb, nounv, n
noun

• protective covering consisting, for example, of a layer of boards applied to the studs and joists of a building to strengthen it and serve as a foundation for a weatherproof exterior

• a layer of decorative material (such as gold leaf or wood veneer) applied over a surface

verb

• put something on top of something else

• kill by lying on

quilt
verb, nounv, n
noun

• bedding made of two layers of cloth filled with stuffing and stitched together

verb

• stitch or sew together

• create by stitching together

rug
nounn
noun

• floor covering consisting of a piece of thick heavy fabric (usually with nap or pile)

shawl
nounn
noun

• cloak consisting of an oblong piece of cloth used to cover the head and shoulders

throw
verbv
noun

• the act of throwing (propelling something with a rapid movement of the arm and wrist)

• a single chance or instance

• the maximum movement available to a pivoted or reciprocating piece by a cam

• bedclothes consisting of a lightweight cloth covering (an afghan or bedspread) that is casually thrown over something

• casting an object in order to determine an outcome randomly

verb

• propel through the air

• move violently, energetically, or carelessly

• to remove

• place or put with great energy

• convey or communicate; of a smile, a look, a physical gesture

• cause to go on or to be engaged or set in operation

• put or send forth

• to put into a state or activity hastily, suddenly, or carelessly

• cause to be confused emotionally

• utter with force; utter vehemently

• organize or be responsible for

• make on a potter's wheel

• cause to fall off

• throw (a die) out onto a flat surface

• be confusing or perplexing to; cause to be unable to think clearly

wrap
verb, nounv, n
noun

• cloak that is folded or wrapped around a person

• a sandwich in which the filling is rolled up in a soft tortilla

• the covering (usually paper or cellophane) in which something is wrapped

verb

• arrange or fold as a cover or protection

• arrange or coil around

• enclose or enfold completely with or as if with a covering

• crash into so as to coil around

all-encompassing
adjectiveadj
adjective satellite

• broad in scope or content

all-embracing
adjectiveadj
adjective satellite

• broad in scope or content

all-inclusive
adjectiveadj
adjective satellite

• broad in scope or content

broad
adjectiveadj
adjective

• having great (or a certain) extent from one side to the other

noun

• slang term for a woman

adjective satellite

• broad in scope or content

• not detailed or specific

• lacking subtlety; obvious

• being at a peak or culminating point

• very large in expanse or scope

• (of speech) heavily and noticeably regional

• showing or characterized by broad-mindedness

encompassing
adjectiveadj
adjective satellite

• broad in scope or content

• closely encircling

exhaustive
adjectiveadj
adjective satellite

• performed comprehensively and completely; not superficial or partial

Best Hypernyms For BLANKET

Here is a list of related hypernyms for blanket, these are close relations that fall within the same topic. Most relevant words are highlighted and in order.
Words (13)
cover covering bed bedclothes bedding bedspread cloth fabric layer material quilt textile throw
Phrases (3)
bed clothingnatural coveringspread over

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