Definition

Having a quality or appearance similar to that of a blanket.

Example

The blanketlike fabric kept me warm during the cold night.

Conversation

I just bought this new sweater, and it's so blanketlike!

That sounds cozy! I love sweaters that feel like a warm hug.

Exactly! It's perfect for the chilly evenings.

You should wear it for our movie night; it will keep you warm!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Blanketlike → It is formed from "blanket" (from Middle English *blanket*, meaning a covering or bed covering) and "-like" (meaning resembling or similar to). The word "blanketlike" means resembling or similar to a blanket.

Memory Tip

Think of a blanket as a covering, and when something is 'blanketlike', it means it resembles that comforting covering.

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