1.
lap blanket; lap robe; throw blanket
A small blanket or throw used to cover the legs and lap while sitting, commonly used in offices, on airplanes, or when sitting on a sofa.
Usage
Very common in daily life, especially for women working in air-conditioned offices. Airlines and trains often provide them. Also called ブランケット in casual contexts, especially among younger speakers.
Common collocations
- 膝掛けを掛ける (to put a lap blanket over one's legs)
- 膝掛けを貸す (to lend a lap blanket)
- フリースの膝掛け (fleece lap blanket)
Similar words
- ブランケット: blanket — loanword, more casual and broader in usage
- 毛布: blanket — a full-size blanket for sleeping