BLANKET Synonyms
There are 16 hypernyms of the word blanket. (close relations)
Best Alternative Words for BLANKET
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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 | ||||||||