# quilt

/ˈkwɪɫt/ (US) · /kwˈɪlt/ (UK) · CEFR B2 · Noun

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/quilt
Updated: 2026-05-07

## Definition

a warm cover for a bed made of two layers of cloth with soft material inside. The layers are usually stitched together in a decorative pattern.

For teachers: a decorative bed covering consisting of two layers of fabric stitched together with a layer of insulating batting between them. Often features intricate needlework or patchwork designs.

## Examples

- My grandmother made a beautiful quilt for my new bed.
- During the winter months, we add a thick handmade quilt to the bed for extra warmth.
- The museum displayed a collection of historical quilts, each telling a story through its unique combination of fabric scraps and meticulous stitching patterns.

## Usage notes

- Commonly used with the verb 'make' or 'sew'.

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