wet blanket
noun
Definition of wet blanket
: one that quenches or dampens enthusiasm or pleasure
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I'd love to go to the party, but with my cold, I'm afraid I'd just be a wet blanket.
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First Known Use of wet blanket
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WET BLANKET Defined for English Language Learners
wet blanket
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Definition of wet blanket for English Language Learners
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: a person who makes it difficult for other people to enjoy themselves by complaining, by showing no enthusiasm, etc.
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