quilt

noun

\ ˈkwilt

Definition of quilt

(Entry 1 of 2)

1a : a bed coverlet of two layers of cloth filled with padding (such as down or batting) held in place by ties or stitched designs

b : patchwork quilt sense 1

2 : something that is quilted or resembles a quilt a quilt of houses and parks

quilt

verb

quilted; quilting; quilts

Definition of quilt (Entry 2 of 2)

transitive verb

1a : to fill, pad, or line like a quilt

b(1) : to stitch, sew, or cover with lines or patterns like those used in quilts

(2) : to stitch (designs) through layers of cloth

c : to fasten between two pieces of material

2 : to stitch or sew in layers with padding in between

intransitive verb

1 : to make quilts

2 : to do quilted work

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Recent Examples on the Web: Noun

Circa-1950s napkins in shades of cream are reconfigured as a button-up shirt while a pair of high-waisted trousers is made from a quilt comprising 1940s suiting pieces. — Jacob Gallagher, WSJ, "These Are the Best-Looking Sustainable Menswear Looks," 27 Mar. 2019 Most sleeping bags will work just fine in a hammock, but many campers prefer using a quilt instead. — Kraig Becker, Popular Mechanics, "How to Set Up Camp," 2 Apr. 2019 Khloé bares her stomach, but Kylie, who has not yet confirmed rumors of her pregnancy, has hers conveniently and uncharacteristically covered by the quilt in both shots. — Sarah Spellings, The Cut, "Kylie Jenner’s Stomach Is Conveniently Obscured in All the New Calvin Klein Ads," 22 Jan. 2018 Turn your quilt into an unexpected statement piece. — Lindsey Desimone, ELLE Decor, "How To Decorate With Your Favorite Vintage Quilt (Without Dating Your Home)," 31 Aug. 2015 Compared to cotton or silk, linen has heft—a Once Milano linen quilt might be a good replacement for this year’s popular weighted blankets, which are said to help with anxiety and increase levels of serotonin. — Carmen Rosy Hall, Vogue, "Why Linen Sheets Are Worth Keeping on Through Winter," 21 Dec. 2018 Powerful statements come in all forms, including quilts. — Janet Eastman, OregonLive.com, "Message quilts are on display at Portland show (photos)," 3 May 2018 Bike scenic routes ranging from 5 to 70 miles around Shawano County to see barn quilts on Sept. 30. — Chelsey Lewis, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, "Beef-A-Rama, Fall Colors Comet Sky Ride and more to do around Wisconsin," 24 Sep. 2017 No guest feels comfortable adjusting the hall thermostat in the middle of the night, so provide an extra quilt or blanket. 4. Opt for a swing-arm lamp. — Country Living, "Sarah Richardson's 6 Essentials for Making Guests Feel Welcome," 12 Oct. 2015

Recent Examples on the Web: Verb

Emily draws on personal narratives to create modern work-wear silhouettes, incorporating female-centric traditions of quilting, mending, and applique into each of her collections. — Scarlett Newman, Teen Vogue, "This Year’s LVMH Prize Finalists Focus In On Sustainability In Fashion," 27 Mar. 2019 The jacket is quilted, on-trend puffy, and comes in a pearlescent not-quite white; the pants have a little red badge that makes them look like nothing so much as renegades from a recent Prada collection. — Sam Schube, GQ, "These Space-Age Olympic U.S. Snowboarding Uniforms Are Legendarily Stylish," 12 Feb. 2018 Quilt Guild holds Stash Busters Sale El Camino Quilt Guild holds a Stash Busters Sale of quilting items 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. Thursday at the QLN Conference Center, 1938 Avenida Del Oro. — Laura Groch, sandiegouniontribune.com, "North County Community News, June 13," 13 June 2018 The cotton fabric is quilted in channels, giving it the striped look with varying textures and prints. — Lexie Sachs, Good Housekeeping, "The Best Quilt Sets for a Cozy Night's Sleep, According to Textile Experts," 20 Dec. 2018 Learn about two styles of quilting in America and make a sample of your own from construction paper. — Gege Reed, The Courier-Journal, "The circus is in town, plus Valentine's Day events. Here's what to do in Louisville," 7 Feb. 2018 Simons is celebrating American motifs at Calvin Klein, but does quilting need a Belgian high fashion edge? — Samuel Hine, GQ, "Bode Is Winning the New York Fashion Race with Quilts (Yes, Quilts)," 1 Feb. 2018 Designed with quilting that echoes its curvy shape, and logo detail to delight Rainbow Brite, the collection proves that the decade of decadence can, despite its garish reputation, be ever so chic. — Hayley Phelan, New York Times, "How to Be a Poolside Pinup," 27 June 2018 This popular, entertaining program is not about quilting bees and spinning wheels. — Courant Community, "Community News For The Windsor Edition," 1 May 2018

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