Quilted

/ˈkwɪltɪd/

Meaning & Definition

verb

the past tense of 'quilt'; to have made a quilt or covering out of stitched layers of fabric.

Last summer, she quilted a new bedspread for her guest room.

adjective

made of layers of fabric stitched together, often filled with padding or insulation, resulting in a thick, textured surface.

She wrapped herself in a warm, quilted blanket as the night grew colder.

characterized by a patchwork design or having a pattern resembling that of a quilt.

The quilted backpack featured a beautiful array of colorful patches.

Derived from the word 'quilt', from the Latin 'culcita' meaning 'mattress or cushion'.

quilted fabric

Fabric that has been quilted, often used in bedding or clothing.

quilted design

A design that features layers and patterns resembling quilting.

quilt

A decorative bed cover made of two layers of fabric filled with padding.

padding

Material used to provide softness or cushioning.

Referring to something overly soft or padded, often humorously.

That couch is so quilted, you could sink right into it.