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

When the pair met, Boden told Neal that his words inspired her to make a quilt with white lilies, to symbolize new life. — CBS News, "Woman meets "guardian angel" who donated liver. It wasn't the first organ he'd given away.," 1 July 2019 Like a quilt made up of different fabrics, these values and interests are the thread that holds a solution together, the almost invisible backbone that plays a critical role in bringing differing opinions to a mutual agreement. — Steven P. Dinkin, San Diego Union-Tribune, "Homelessness: Many sides of the same coin," 23 June 2019 In a serene, spongy wetland in Voyageurs National Park, a remote quilt of forests and lakes that blankets northern Minnesota, Tom Gable is investigating a violent slaying. — Ben Goldfarb, National Geographic, "The secret lives of fish-eating, beaver-ambushing wolves of Minnesota," 21 June 2019 As a gift to Lonnie, a quilt honoring Louisville's famous son was on display next to the new logo and design proposals for the entrance of the airport and a wall that will bear his image. — Sarah Ladd, The Courier-Journal, "Louisville airport unveils Muhammad Ali logo to go with new name," 6 June 2019 Dan Vickery, the winner of this week’s episode, learned the basic principles of design—from construction and carpentry to color and textiles—through growing up on a farm and working at his family’s quilt shop. — Lucia Tonelli, ELLE Decor, "Meet Dan Vickery, The Winner of Bravo's Best Room Wins Episode Seven," 13 June 2019 Along with the quilt exhibit, there will be a sewing exhibit featuring different types of textiles and a variety of items used by women in their sewing projects. — courant.com, "Community News For The Farmington Valley Edition," 10 June 2019 The quilt featured images of Ali on the front of a newspaper and various pictures of him in the ring. — Sarah Ladd, The Courier-Journal, "Louisville airport unveils Muhammad Ali logo to go with new name," 6 June 2019 Campus Quilt is dedicated to turning your old clothes into lasting memories in the form of fun and functional t-shirt quilts. — Country Living, "TURN YOUR OLD CLOTHES INTO A T-SHIRT QUILT!," 5 Mar. 2019

Recent Examples on the Web: Verb

Her many interests include painting, sewing, quilting, and rug braiding. — courant.com, "Jean Woolverton," 19 June 2019 As a nod to women’s more traditional activities, there is a club quilting department with about 35 members. — Ruth Sowby Rands, latimes.com, "On the Town: Women’s organization holds annual tea, honors one of its members," 17 June 2019 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

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