Quilt: meaning, definitions and examples
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quilt
[ kwɪlt ]
bedding accessory
A quilt is a bed covering made of two layers of fabric with a layer of padding in between, typically stitched together in a decorative pattern.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- The quilt on her bed was handmade and passed down through generations.
- She snuggled under the warm quilt on the cold winter night.
assemble from pieces
To quilt means to stitch together layers of fabric with padding in between to create a bed covering or other item.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- She quilted a beautiful table runner for the dining room.
- Let's quilt a blanket for the baby shower gift.
Translations
Translations of the word "quilt" in other languages:
🇵🇹 colcha
🇮🇳 रजाई
🇩🇪 Steppdecke
🇮🇩 selimut tambal sulam
🇺🇦 ковдра
🇵🇱 kołdra
🇯🇵 キルト
🇫🇷 courtepointe
🇪🇸 colcha
🇹🇷 yorgan
🇰🇷 퀼트
🇸🇦 لحاف
🇨🇿 prošívaná deka
🇸🇰 prešívaná prikrývka
🇨🇳 被子
🇸🇮 prešita odeja
🇮🇸 bútasaumsteppi
🇰🇿 көрпе
🇬🇪 გაბამბული საბანი
🇦🇿 yorğan
🇲🇽 colcha
Word origin
The word 'quilt' originated from the Latin word 'culcita' meaning a stuffed sack. The art of quilting dates back to ancient Egypt and China, where quilts were used for warmth and decoration. Quilting became popular in Europe during the Middle Ages, and in America, it became a common practice among settlers. Today, quilting continues to be a beloved craft and art form.