quilt
3 synonyms for quilt, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A bed covering made of two layers of fabric stitched together with padding in between, often patterned.
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
How to use quilt
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
patchwork quilt
quilt a blanket
Etymology
From Old French cuilte, ultimately from Latin culcita, meaning a stuffed mattress or cushion.
Full origin of quilt →Frequently asked questions
What does “quilt” mean?
The word “quilt” means a bed covering made of two layers of fabric stitched together with padding in between, often patterned. In plain terms, a padded, stitched bed cover, or the act of sewing such padded layers together.
How do you pronounce “quilt”?
“Quilt” is pronounced KWIHLT (/ˈkwɪlt/ in IPA).
How do you use “quilt” in a sentence?
Here is “quilt” used in a sentence: “Her grandmother made the quilt by hand over two winters.”
What part of speech is “quilt”?
Depending on how it is used, “quilt” can be a noun and a verb.
Where does the word “quilt” come from?
The word “quilt” comes from Latin. From Old French cuilte, ultimately from Latin culcita, meaning a stuffed mattress or cushion.
Is “quilt” a common word?
“Quilt” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “quilt” have?
“Quilt” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a bed covering made of two layers of fabric stitched together with padding in between, often patterned.
