Pronunciation

/kwɪlt/

Definitions

• Noun: A piece of fabric, often with a pattern or design, sewn together to form a thick padded covering, typically for a bed or used as a decorative item.
• Verb: To make or assemble a quilt by sewing layers of fabric together.
• Noun: (informal) A cozy or comforting atmosphere or environment.

Phrases

• “Quilt a bed” means to cover a bed with a quilt.
• “Quilt patterns” refer to the designs used in creating quilts.
• “Quilt-making” is the process of crafting a quilt.

Example Sentences

• Noun: “She spent all weekend quilting a new throw for her living room.”
• Verb: “Grandma taught me how to quilt when I was a child.”
• Informal: “The cabin felt cozy with its homemade quilt on the bed.”

Synonyms

• Quilting
• Coverlet
• Comforter
• Patchwork
• Quilted blanket

Note: Some of the verb usages might not be as common as the noun usage, but they are still valid. For example, saying “I quilted a new design” would be understood to mean that the speaker created a quilt.