bedspread

noun

bed·​spread ˈbed-ˌspred 

: a usually ornamental cloth cover for a bed

Synonyms of bedspread

• quilt
• coverlet
• counterpane

Examples of bedspread in a Sentence

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

Recent Examples on the Web

Sheets and blankets were stretched tightly over the mattress, pillows were placed at the head, and an actual bedspread, to be totally removed at sleep time, was tucked in on top. — Judith Martin, Mercury News, 10 Aug. 2026

Each bedspread is lightweight, breathable, comfy, cozy, grandma-friendly, and nostalgic. — Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 31 July 2026

Timeless paisleys, classic florals, modern geometric, and more quilt styles will effortlessly upgrade your bedspread without stretching your budget. — Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 27 June 2026

Ferragamo interior design-darling Michele Bonan has gone for an fresh yet elegant mod-nautical look for the rooms; blue and white striped carpeting, cream headboards, curtains, and bedspreads trimmed in snappy navy, jazzy blue, and white checked chair coverings. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 June 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1785, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for bedspread

• abed
• ahead
• beachhead
• bedstead
• behead
• blackhead
• blockhead
• bloodshed
• bowhead
• breastfed
• bridgehead
• broadhead

Kids Definition

bedspread

noun

bed·​spread -ˌspred 

: a decorative cover for a bed