QUILTING Synonyms: 31 Similar and Opposite Words

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noun

Definition of quilting

as in lining

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verb

present participle of quilt

as in knitting

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unsewing

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Recent Examples of quilting

Noun

Try pottery, woodworking, knitting, crochet, embroidery, quilting, jewelry making, or even floral arranging. — Jessica Safavimehr, Southern Living, 30 July 2026 While Ma handled the quilting and Pa the whittling, the girls often made crowns from wildflowers, dolls from cloth or paper, and homemade garlands for the holidays. — Claire Hoppe Norgaard, Better Homes & Gardens, 24 July 2026 In the bathrooms, the shower basin tiling from Heritage Tile and designed by Landed Interiors is inspired by traditional quilting patterns. — Genevieve Walker, Architectural Digest, 11 July 2026 Pursuing Education The benefits of new learning don't stop at quilting and photography. — Amanda Gardner, Martha Stewart, 5 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for quilting

Recent Examples of Synonyms for quilting

Noun

People are throwing out spoiled food and lining up for hot meals, according to reports, while searching for laundromats, working Wi-Fi, cleaning wipes and diapers.

— Phillip M. Bailey, USA Today, 21 Aug. 2026
There’s a soft lining for comfort, and the durable synthetic upper can take a beating.

— BestReviews, Mercury News, 20 Aug. 2026

Definition of lining

Verb

In his letter to Hawley, Manfred said that rule was collectively bargained with the MLB Players Association and prohibits players from writing, attaching, affixing, embroidering or otherwise displaying messages on apparel or playing equipment.

— Dan Zaksheske, FOXNews.com, 22 June 2026
The touchscreen allows for easy controls and lets users visually preview the design before embroidering starts.

— BestReviews, Mercury News, 25 May 2026

Definition of embroidering

Noun

Their strong shell and EVA cushion provide maximum protection and comfort on the field.

— BestReviews, Mercury News, 20 Aug. 2026
The Bose QuietComfort over-ear headphones combine legendary noise cancellation with plush ear cushions designed for fatigue-free all-day study sessions.

— Juhi Wadia, PC Magazine, 19 Aug. 2026

Definition of cushion

Noun

Room darkening or blackout lining will often give you the most structure and, in some cases, an additional interlining is added to improve the tailored look of the drape of the fabric.

— Heather Bien, Southern Living, 16 July 2026
The French interlining firm shared plans to cut carbon dioxide emissions by 46 percent by 2030, as the nucleus of the plan centers around reducing the company’s carbon footprint.

— Alexandra Harrell, Sourcing Journal, 3 Sep. 2019

Definition of interlining

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