1
a
: a bed coverlet of two layers of cloth filled with padding (such as down or batting) held in place by ties or stitched designs
2
: something that is quilted or resembles a quilt
a quilt of houses and parks
quilted; quilting; quilts
1
a
: to fill, pad, or line like a quilt
b(1)
: to stitch, sew, or cover with lines or patterns like those used in quilts
(2)
: to stitch (designs) through layers of cloth
c
: to fasten between two pieces of material
2
: to stitch or sew in layers with padding in between
quilter
noun
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Christopher Murray, Fox News, 29 Oct. 2024
Shop chambray quilts, comforter sets, percale sheets, and knit throw blankets starting at $20.
—Ali Faccenda, Better Homes & Gardens, 24 Oct. 2024
Macy Alcido, Architectural Digest, 31 Oct. 2024
Every detail, from the white calfskin liner to the quilted insole, underscores the commitment to quality and refined, applied simplicity to a classic silhouette.
—Cassell Ferere, Forbes, 28 Oct. 2024
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Noun
Camping quilt: $99.99 (Cabela's) Camping quilts add an extra layer of warmth to your sleeping setup.
—Christopher Murray, Fox News, 29 Oct. 2024
Shop chambray quilts, comforter sets, percale sheets, and knit throw blankets starting at $20.
—Ali Faccenda, Better Homes & Gardens, 24 Oct. 2024
Verb
Our testers also called out the quilted pillow top, which didn’t trap body heat and had a luxurious feel.
—Macy Alcido, Architectural Digest, 31 Oct. 2024
Every detail, from the white calfskin liner to the quilted insole, underscores the commitment to quality and refined, applied simplicity to a classic silhouette.
—Cassell Ferere, Forbes, 28 Oct. 2024
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“Quilt.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/quilt. Accessed 28 Nov. 2024.
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quilt
1 of 2 noun
: a bed cover made of two layers of cloth with a filling of wool, cotton, or down held together by patterned stitching
quilt
2 of 2 verb
: to construct (as by padding, covering with patterns, or sewing layers together) like a quilt
quilter
noun
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