comforters

noun

plural of comforter
as in quilts

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Recent Examples of comforters Most of these comforters don’t require dry cleaning, but routine washing and a tumble dry cycle can extend the life of your comforter. — Julia Harrison, Architectural Digest, 22 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for comforters
  1. quilts
  2. puffs
  3. bedspreads
  4. coverlets
Noun
  • Its patchwork patterns are reminiscent of antique quilts with plenty of Southern charm, and they’re printed and stitched in sections along the length of the quilt.
    — Caley Sturgill, Southern Living, 1 July 2026
  • Better Homes & Gardens Stripe Chambray Quilt Cotton quilts typically have three layers; the two thin outer layers can wick away moisture and provide a cooling effect, which is why this chambray quilt is the perfect summer layer for your bed.
    — Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 19 May 2026
Definition of quilts
Noun
  • The woman laughs every now and then and the man begins to almost sing between his puffs on his beedi.
    — Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 28 Oct. 2026
  • While the egg-and-cheddar batter puffs in a skillet, a crazy-quilt of veggies roasts separately.
    — Ginger Crichton, Midwest Living, 21 Oct. 2026
Definition of puffs
Noun
  • The 135 rooms are equally over-the-top, with heavy brocade bedspreads, striped carpeting, floral wallpaper, and, in the bathrooms, a black-and-white honeycomb floor and banana-yellow wall tiles.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 16 Oct. 2026
  • Pair it with flowy curtains, plush bedspreads, and neutral furniture.
    — Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 23 Sep. 2026
Definition of bedspreads
Noun
  • For the bed itself, comforters, coverlets and sheets from Riley Home can make your bed feel luxurious.
    — Alora Bopray, USA Today, 26 Aug. 2026
  • Swap out heavy winter comforters for lighter coverlets or quilts.
    — Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 20 July 2026
Definition of coverlets

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