blanket · noun C /ˈblæŋ.kɪt/
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)
