eiderdown
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Definition of eiderdown
1 : the down of the eider
2 : a comforter filled with eiderdown
3 : a soft lightweight clothing fabric knitted or woven and napped on one or both sides
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eiderdown
noun
English Language Learners Definition of eiderdown
: soft feathers that come from ducks and that are used in warm clothing and bed covers
: a bed cover made with eiderdown
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