bedspread

[ bed-spred ]

noun

1. an outer covering, usually decorative, for a bed.

bedspread

/ ˈbɛdˌsprɛd /

noun

1. a top cover on a bed over other bedclothes

Word History and Origins

Origin of bedspread¹

An Americanism dating back to 1835–45; bed + spread

Example Sentences

My mom had decorated my room all red — red curtains, red bedspread, red rug, red pillows — and I just knew it did not make me feel good.

From Salon

Emma Kirk, who is from Grenada, Mississippi and a freshman at University of Mississippi, tapped into Thomas’s services and bought a gold studded headboard, custom-made pillows and bedspread among other items.

From Seattle Times

Even in the production design, there are maze-like things that are – sometimes it's the fabric on the bedspread.

From Salon

Calista sat down on the bed and patted the bedspread for me to sit down next to her.

From Literature

He winced when his hands touched the bedspread, and he slid off onto unsteady legs.

From Literature