1. (n.) A heavy, loosely woven fabric, usually of wool, and having a nap, used in bed clothing; also, a similar fabric used as a robe; or any fabric used as a cover for a horse.

2. (n.) A piece of rubber, felt, or woolen cloth, used in the tympan to make it soft and elastic.

3. (n.) A streak or layer of blubber in whales.

4. (v. t.) To cover with a blanket.

5. (v. t.) To toss in a blanket by way of punishment.

6. (v. t.) To take the wind out of the sails of (another vessel) by sailing to windward of her.