bedspread

noun

bed·spread | \ ˈbed-ˌspred

Definition of bedspread

: a usually ornamental cloth cover for a bed

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Synonyms for bedspread

Synonyms

bedcover (also bedcovering), counterpane, coverlet, hap [dialect], spread

Examples of bedspread in a Sentence

a beautiful bedspread that is a reproduction of an 18th-century design

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From coverlets to bedspreads to duvets and comforters, confusion is inevitable…but not unavoidable. — Lucia Tonelli, ELLE Decor, "The Ultimate Bedding Guide: What is a Sham?," 31 Oct. 2018 The color extends upstairs and onto the roof in varying hues, whether that’s in a bedspread or overhangs that offer shade from the sun. — Samantha Weiss Hills, Curbed, "9 maximalist interiors that get the style right," 4 Sep. 2018 To revamp a sofa, shop for a thin quilt, coverlet or textural bedspread in a color or pattern you like, or buy long pieces of fabric. — Jennifer Adams, Philly.com, "Ask Jennifer Adams: How to get a new look in a living room without replacing everything," 18 May 2018 Her Maryland home is filled with Caps-themed gear, including light-switch covers, bobbleheads, hockey sticks, a bedspread and a shower curtain. — Theresa Vargas, Washington Post, "I wanted to be in on #ALLCAPS mania, but I needed a fan’s help," 7 June 2018 There are 12 tree-house-like palapas with thatched walls, king-sized beds, and lots of local décor touches—think handwoven bedspreads and cactus in macrame plant hangers, and private terraces made for sipping mezcal at sunset. — Cnt Editors, Condé Nast Traveler, "Best New Hotels in the World," 1 May 2018 By embedding political messages in everyday objects, such as bus kiosks, hand towels, bedspreads and toilets. — Daniel Henninger, WSJ, "Trump 7, Eagles 0," 6 June 2018 There was nothing virtual about it: not the floral bedspread, not the faint scent of their feminine exertions, not the point at which the blonde lay on her back during a break in the action and hugged her legs into herself. — Susannah Breslin, The Atlantic, "Porn’s Uncanny Valley," 1 June 2018 There was semen on the bedspread and the sheets - but police didn't match it to anyone until March 2005. — Keri Blakinger, Houston Chronicle, "Execution dates set for two convicted killers from Tarrant County," 16 May 2018

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