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Definition of "bedquilt" [bed•quilt]

  • A quilt used for spreading over a bed, as the topmost layer of bedclothes. (noun)

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Use "bedquilt" in a sentence
  • "Nevertheless one sometimes comes across a "rising sun" or a "setting sun" bedquilt which is remarkable for skillful shading, and was an inspiration in the house where it was born, and where the needlework comes quite within the pale of ornamental stitchery."
  • "In describing how William Driver first gave this banner the name "Old Glory", the speaker digressed from his prepared script, and explained how Captain Driver had hidden the first "Old Glory" from searching Confederate troops by stitching it inside his bedquilt."
  • "It was quite different from the warm jungle where he could sleep out of doors with only his own fur for a bedquilt."