Definition

A decorative cloth that covers a bed, often used to make the bed look nice.

Example

She chose a beautiful bedspread to match the curtains in her bedroom.

Conversation

I just bought a new bedspread for my room.

Oh really? What does it look like?

It's a nice blue color with floral patterns.

That sounds beautiful! I can’t wait to see it.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Bedspread → It is formed from "bed" (from Old English *bedd*, meaning a sleeping place) and "spread" (from Old English *sperdan*, meaning to extend or stretch out). The word "bedspread" refers to a covering that is spread over a bed.

Memory Tip

Think of a 'sleeping place' ('bed') that is covered with something that is 'stretched out' ('spread'). This helps you remember that a bedspread is a covering for a bed.

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