PATCHWORK QUILT Synonyms
There are 9 hypernyms of the phrase patchwork quilt. (close relations)
Definition of PATCHWORK QUILT
quilt
Best Alternative Words for PATCHWORK QUILT
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bedspread | nounn | |||||||
noun • decorative cover for a bed | ||||||||
counterpane | nounn | |||||||
noun • decorative cover for a bed | ||||||||
cover | verb, nounv, n | |||||||
noun • a covering that serves to conceal or shelter something • bedding that keeps a person warm in bed • the act of concealing the existence of something by obstructing the view of it • the protective covering on the front, back, and spine of a book • a natural object that covers or envelops • covering for a hole (especially a hole in the top of a container) • fire that makes it difficult for the enemy to fire on your own individuals or formations • a fixed charge by a restaurant or nightclub over and above the charge for food and drink • a recording of a song that was first recorded or made popular by somebody else • a false identity and background (especially one created for an undercover agent) verb • provide with a covering or cause to be covered • form a cover over • span an interval of distance, space or time • provide for • act on verbally or in some form of artistic expression • include in scope; include as part of something broader; have as one's sphere or territory • travel across or pass over • be responsible for reporting the details of, as in journalism • hold within range of an aimed firearm • to take an action to protect against future problems • hide from view or knowledge • protect or defend (a position in a game) • maintain a check on; especially by patrolling • protect by insurance • make up for shortcomings or a feeling of inferiority by exaggerating good qualities • invest with a large or excessive amount of something • help out by taking someone's place and temporarily assuming his responsibilities • be sufficient to meet, defray, or offset the charge or cost of • spread over a surface to conceal or protect • cover as if with a shroud • copulate with a female, used especially of horses • put something on top of something else • play a higher card than the one previously played • be responsible for guarding an opponent in a game • sit on (eggs) • clothe, as if for protection from the elements | ||||||||
coverlet | nounn | |||||||
noun • a decorative bedspread (usually quilted) | ||||||||
quilt | verb, nounv, n | |||||||
noun • bedding made of two layers of cloth filled with stuffing and stitched together verb • stitch or sew together • create by stitching together | ||||||||
patchwork | nounn | |||||||
noun • a theory or argument made up of miscellaneous or incongruous ideas • a quilt made by sewing patches of different materials together • sewing consisting of pieces of different materials sewn together in a pattern |