Bedclothes
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Bedclothes is a noun meaning Sheets, blankets, quilts or other coverings used on a bed.
Meaning
Sheets, blankets, quilts or other coverings used on a bed.
More Meanings
- Clothing worn to bed.
Example Sentences
Tom put his bedclothes on and went to sleep.
She pulled the bedclothes over her neck to stay warm.
When she was little and I went to see her in bed, I often thought she wasn't there. She lay so neatly and so straight, without a ruckle and with her head just under the top of the bedclothes.
Word Forms
- bed-clothes
Synonyms for bedclothes
Depending on context, synonyms include bedding, covers, bedlinen, pajamas, nightwear.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include bedding, linens, bed-clothes, clothes, covers, bedwear.
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