coverlet

noun

cov·​er·​let ˈkə-vər-lət 

-(ˌ)lid

: bedspread

Synonyms of coverlet

• quilt
• bedspread
• counterpane

Examples of coverlet in a Sentence

bought a beautiful new coverlet to match the sheets

Recent Examples on the Web

In the guest bedroom on the first floor, the bed is covered in a Rogers & Goffigon linen and dressed in a linen coverlet from Nordic Knots. — Sara Ruffin Costello, Architectural Digest, 19 Aug. 2026

Match them with a lightweight coverlet for summer, then opt for a fluffy down comforter in winter. — Sian Babish, PEOPLE, 12 Aug. 2026

Karyn was in bed, propped up on a pillow, very thin under her floral coverlet. — Alexandra Schwartz, New Yorker, 10 Aug. 2026

Embody classic Americana with this coverlet set featuring red, white, and blue plaid fabric. — Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 31 July 2026

Word History

Etymology

Middle English, alteration of coverlite, from Anglo-French coverlit, from covre (it) covers + lit bed, from Latin lectus — more at lie

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for coverlet

• alphabet
• arpanet
• bassinet
• bayonet
• biuret
• cigarette
• clarinet
• coronet
• dataset
• epithet
• ethernet
• heavyset

Kids Definition

coverlet

noun

cov·​er·​let ˈkəv-ər-lət 

: bedspread