comforter
noun
com·fort·er
ˈkəm(p)-fər-tər 
ˈkəm(p)-fə-tər
1
a
capitalized
: holy spirit
b
: one that gives comfort
2
a
: a long narrow usually knitted neck scarf
b
: a thick bed covering made of two layers of cloth containing a filling (such as down)
Examples of comforter in a Sentence
He was her longtime confidant and comforter.
Recent Examples on the Web
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This bold bedding set comes with a sateen comforter and two matching shams.
—
Lauren Taylor, Southern Living, 28 Mar. 2024
Brooklinen offers three types of down comforters, varying in warmth and construction, in order to meet your specific sleeping needs.
—Anna Tingley, Variety, 26 Mar. 2024
To prolong the life and quality of your comforter, grab a three-piece duvet cover and pillow sham set like this one from Serta.
—Ali Faccenda, Peoplemag, 20 Mar. 2024
Meanwhile, a comforter consists of two pieces of fabric sewn together over a polyester or cotton fill.
—Megan Ulu-Lani Boyanton, Better Homes & Gardens, 14 Feb. 2024
Treat yourself to a new bamboo comforter or soft waffle knit towel set.
—Toni Sutton, Peoplemag, 5 Mar. 2024
This farmhouse boho bedding set features a delightful flowers and plants design, offering a lightweight and fluffy comforter perfect for all seasons.
—Mia Meltzer, Rolling Stone, 6 Feb. 2024
Even better, Amazon Prime members can snag the comforter set for up to 50 percent off thanks to a hidden discount.
—Clara McMahon, Peoplemag, 10 Mar. 2024
From the rise of smart appliances to the portrayal of futuristic furnishings in movies like Clueless, technology and home decor can go together like a comforter and duvet cover.
—Kelsey Mulvey, Sunset Magazine, 7 Mar. 2024
Lauren Taylor, Southern Living, 28 Mar. 2024
Brooklinen offers three types of down comforters, varying in warmth and construction, in order to meet your specific sleeping needs.
—Anna Tingley, Variety, 26 Mar. 2024
To prolong the life and quality of your comforter, grab a three-piece duvet cover and pillow sham set like this one from Serta.
—Ali Faccenda, Peoplemag, 20 Mar. 2024
Meanwhile, a comforter consists of two pieces of fabric sewn together over a polyester or cotton fill.
—Megan Ulu-Lani Boyanton, Better Homes & Gardens, 14 Feb. 2024
Treat yourself to a new bamboo comforter or soft waffle knit towel set.
—Toni Sutton, Peoplemag, 5 Mar. 2024
This farmhouse boho bedding set features a delightful flowers and plants design, offering a lightweight and fluffy comforter perfect for all seasons.
—Mia Meltzer, Rolling Stone, 6 Feb. 2024
Even better, Amazon Prime members can snag the comforter set for up to 50 percent off thanks to a hidden discount.
—Clara McMahon, Peoplemag, 10 Mar. 2024
From the rise of smart appliances to the portrayal of futuristic furnishings in movies like Clueless, technology and home decor can go together like a comforter and duvet cover.
—Kelsey Mulvey, Sunset Magazine, 7 Mar. 2024
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“Comforter.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/comforter. Accessed 19 Apr. 2024.
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comforter
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com·fort·er
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