quilt
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B1
/kwɪlt/
layered fabric
Etymology
Etymology Information
'quilt' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'culcita,' where 'culcita' meant 'mattress' or 'cushion.'
Historical Evolution
'culcita' transformed into the Old French word 'cuilte,' and eventually became the modern English word 'quilt' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'mattress' or 'cushion,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a bed covering.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a warm bed covering made of padding enclosed between layers of fabric and kept in place by lines of stitching, typically applied in a decorative design.
She snuggled under the handmade quilt.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:35