bedcover
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Definition
- Noun:
- A decorative cover for a bed, placed over the other bedding such as sheets and blankets, primarily for aesthetic purposes and to protect the bed from dust.
Usage
- The word "bedcover" is a countable noun. It refers to the topmost layer of a bed's linens. It is used to describe a specific item that is both functional and decorative.
Examples
- Noun:
- She chose a floral bedcover to brighten up the bedroom.
- The heavy velvet bedcover kept the duvet clean and added a touch of luxury.
- Please fold the bedcover and place it at the foot of the bed.
Advanced Usage
- "to spread/pull up the bedcover": to arrange the bedcover neatly on the bed.
- Every morning, she carefully spreads the bedcover to make the room look tidy.
Variants and Related Words
- Bedspread (n): A synonym for bedcover; a decorative cloth cover for a bed.
- Counterpane (n): A less common, somewhat old-fashioned term for a bedcover.
- Coverlet (n): A shorter, often lightweight bedcover that does not reach the floor.
Synonyms
- Bedspread: A decorative cover for a bed.
- Coverlet: A light, often decorative bed covering.
- Throw: A smaller blanket or cover, often used decoratively on a bed or sofa.
Antonyms
- Sheet: A thin piece of cloth used as the bottom layer of bedding, directly covering the mattress.
- Blanket: A warm covering used primarily for warmth, not primarily for decoration.
Related Phrases
- "to make the bed": This common activity typically involves arranging the bedcover neatly.
- Part of making the bed is smoothing out the bedcover.
Noun
- decorative cover for a bed