duvet

noun

du·​vet d(y)ü-ˈvā How to pronounce duvet (audio) ˈd(y)ü-ˌvā How to pronounce duvet (audio)
: comforter sense 2b

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What’s inside your duvet matters just as much as what’s on top. — Kate McGregor, Architectural Digest, 16 Oct. 2026 The king-size bed had a pristine, cloud-white duvet and sheets; by the foot of it sat a lounge chair and ottoman ideal for reading. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 9 Oct. 2026 Use dryer balls or tennis balls to fluff and evenly dry your duvet after washing. — Abigail Wilt, Southern Living, 25 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for duvet

Word History

Etymology

French

First Known Use

1758, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of duvet was in 1758

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“Duvet.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/duvet. Accessed 19 Oct. 2026.

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