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blankets

|blan-kets|

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/ˈblæŋkɪts/

(blanket)

covering for warmth

Base FormPlural3rd Person Sing.PastPast ParticiplePresent Participle
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Etymology
Etymology Information

'blanket' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'blanket,' where 'blanc' meant 'white' in Old French.

Historical Evolution

'blanket' changed from the Old French word 'blanc' and eventually became the modern English word 'blanket'.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'white cloth,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a covering for warmth'.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Noun 1

a large piece of woolen or similar material used as a bed covering or for warmth.

She pulled the blankets up to her chin.

Synonyms

Verb 1

to cover completely with a layer of something.

The snow blankets the ground.

Synonyms

Last updated: 2025/06/02 10:19