How to Pronounce "blanket term"
expression
ˈbɫæŋkət/, /ˈbɫæŋkɪt/ /ˈtɝm
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blˈæŋkɪt/ /tˈɜːm
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Definition
A 'blanket term' is a word or phrase used to refer to a broad group of things, people, or ideas, often without being specific about individual differences.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈbɫæŋkət/, /ˈbɫæŋkɪt/ /ˈtɝm
British English
blˈæŋkɪt/ /tˈɜːm
Simplified Pronunciation
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Listen in Context
"Dog" is a blanket term for many breeds.
People use "fruit" as a blanket term for apples, bananas, and oranges.
"Vegetable" is a blanket term for many kinds of plants we eat.
That's just a blanket term—not all snakes are dangerous.