Definition

Noun: A continental quilt is a type of soft, warm bed covering, typically filled with down (such as eiderdown) or synthetic fibers. It is designed to be used on top of a bed sheet, often without the need for additional blankets.

Usage

A continental quilt is used as the primary top layer of bedding for warmth and comfort. It is typically placed inside a removable cover for hygiene and ease of washing.

Examples

• She pulled the continental quilt up to her chin to stay warm.
• We bought a new, lightweight continental quilt for the summer months.
• The hotel provided a luxurious continental quilt filled with eiderdown.

Advanced Usage

• "Duvet": In many regions, especially the UK, the term "duvet" is more common than "continental quilt." They refer to the same item.
  • She prefers a duvet to traditional blankets and sheets.

Variants and Related Words

• Duvet (n): A direct synonym for a continental quilt.
• Comforter (n): A similar bed covering, often used in American English. Comforters may be quilted and are sometimes used as a standalone bedspread without a cover.
• Eiderdown (n): Specifically, the down from the eider duck, often used as a high-quality filling for quilts and duvets. It can also refer to a quilt filled with this material.

Synonyms

• Duvet
• Comforter (in some contexts)
• Down quilt

Antonyms

• Blanket (a single layer of woven material, often used in layers)
• Bedspread (a decorative top cover, often not designed for primary warmth)
• Sheet (a thin layer of cloth used directly over the mattress or under other bedding)

Noun

1. a soft quilt usually filled with the down of the eider