bedclothes

Thân thiện

She pulls the warm bedclothes up to her chin.

Definition

Noun: - Coverings for a bed: Items such as sheets, blankets, duvets, and pillowcases that are used to make a bed comfortable and warm for sleeping.

Usage

The word "bedclothes" is a plural noun. It refers collectively to the various textiles placed on a bed. It is typically used in a general sense. - She stripped the bed and washed the bedclothes. - The hotel provided crisp, clean bedclothes.

Examples

• The old-fashioned trunk was filled with handmade lace bedclothes.
• In the morning, he threw back the bedclothes and got up.
• They air the bedclothes on the line every week.

Advanced Usage

• "To change the bedclothes": To remove the used sheets, pillowcases, and other coverings and replace them with clean ones.
  • It's important to change the bedclothes regularly for hygiene.

Variants and Related Words

• Bedding (n): A more common modern synonym for "bedclothes," encompassing sheets, blankets, duvets, and pillows.
  • They bought new bedding for the guest room.
• Linens (n): Often used to refer to household textiles like sheets and pillowcases, especially in contexts like "bed linens."
  • The closet shelves were stacked with fresh linens.

Synonyms

• Bed linen: Specifically refers to the sheet and pillowcase components.
• Sheets and blankets: A more descriptive phrase for the components.

Notes on Meaning

"Bedclothes" is a somewhat formal or old-fashioned term. In everyday modern English, "bedding" is more frequently used. The term specifically denotes the removable coverings, not the mattress or pillows themselves, though pillowcases are included.

Học thuật

Noun

1. coverings that are used on a bed

Từ đồng nghĩa

• bed clothing
• bedding