Definition

A person who makes quilts, either as a hobby or professionally, by sewing together layers of fabric and often adding decorative stitching.

Example

My grandmother is a talented quilter who creates beautiful patchwork quilts.

Conversation

I met a really talented quilter at the craft fair this weekend.

Oh, that sounds interesting! What did they make?

They had some beautiful quilts on display, all with unique patterns.

I love quilts! They really show off a quilter's creativity.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Quilter → It is formed from "quilt" (from Old French *cuilte*, meaning a bed covering made of two layers of fabric) and "-er" (meaning a person who). A quilter is a person who makes quilts.

Memory Tip

Think of someone who makes a 'covering' ('quilt') for a bed, and the '-er' just means a person. A quilter is someone who creates these beautiful bed coverings.

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