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counterpane

Counterpane (noun) means the topmost covering of a bed, often functioning as a blanket.

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The topmost covering of a bed, often functioning as a blanket.
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Etymology

By serial alterations in Middle English, Middle French, and Old French, ultimately from Latin words meaning "stitched bedding" (culcita puncta).

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"counterpane" (noun) means the topmost covering of a bed, often functioning as a blanket.

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