a blanket of sth
Definition
C2 a thick covering of something: The ground was covered by a thick blanket of snow.Coverings and layers
(Definition of a blanket of sth from the Cambridge Advanced Learner's Dictionary & Thesaurus
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Synonyms and related words:
- casing noun
- cladding noun
- covering noun
- curtain noun
- cushion noun (SOFT THING)
- fur noun (GREY SUBSTANCE)
- gilt noun (SURFACE)
- lime noun (CHEMICAL)
- mantle noun (LAYER)
- mat noun (LAYER)
- membrane noun
- oil slick noun
- paintwork noun
- patina noun
- rendering noun (IN BUILDING)
- sealant noun
- shroud noun (HIDE)
- slick noun (OIL)
- veneer noun
- wrap noun (COVERING)
Topic:
Coverings and layers
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