blanket · noun C /ˈblæŋ.kɪt/Full view
blanket (FOR BED)
A2 a thick, warm cover that you sleep under
Dictionary example:

She put an extra blanket on the bed.

Learner example:

I think I['ll] buy some new pillows, a duve[t] and a warm blanket. (Preliminary English Test; B1; Polish)

blanket (LAYER)
C2 a thick layer of something
Dictionary example:

a blanket of cloud/snow

Learner example:

I do remember it rained heavily and the sky was covered with a blanket of grey. (Certificate of Proficiency in English; C2; Portuguese)

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