comforter

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com·fort·er | \ ˈkəm(p)-fər-tər

, ˈkəm(p)-fə-tər \

Definition of comforter

1a capitalized : holy spirit

b : one that gives comfort

2a : a long narrow usually knitted neck scarf

b : a thick bed covering made of two layers of cloth containing a filling (such as down)

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He was her longtime confidant and comforter.

Recent Examples on the Web There is also a dress inspired by a puffy comforter, as well as garments made three-dimensional by embellishments including satin daisies and pearls. — New York Times, 4 Aug. 2022 When Gabriella first walked in, light shone through the window, casting an abstract, golden shape onto a baby blue comforter. — Los Angeles Times, 1 Aug. 2022 Finding the perfect bedding is important for a good night's sleep, whether that means throwing on a pillowy mattress topper or snuggling under a weighted comforter. — Amy Schulman, PEOPLE.com, 19 July 2022 Wrapped up in a cozy white comforter and propped up on fluffy pillows, the star is holding up her phone in her left hand, her new wedding band prominently on display, and a smile on her face. — Anna Chan, Billboard, 18 July 2022 Still, putting on a duvet cover requires extra steps versus just laying a comforter flat on your bed. — Shivani Vyas, Better Homes & Gardens, 6 July 2022 The promise: This down comforter converts into a sleeping bag. — Outside Online, 9 Mar. 2022 As far as inserts go, Nordstrom's cooling down alternative comforter is an easy decision for hot sleepers. — Sarah Madaus, SELF, 15 July 2022 On Saturday, Gilbert appointed himself comforter-in-chief to the many tourists who had traveled from around the world to see Yosemite’s wonders and were blocked by the fire. — Tribune News Service, oregonlive, 10 July 2022 See More

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