What does DUVET mean?

Duvet 1. Parts of Speech: Noun 2. Definitions: A soft quilt filled with down, feathers, or a synthetic fiber, used instead of an upper sheet and blankets. 3. Pronunciations: US: /duːˈveɪ/ UK: /ˈdjuːveɪ/ 4. Origin and Usage: The word "duvet" comes from the French word "duvet" which means "down". It was first used in English in the mid-18th century to describe a type of bedding filled with feathers or down. Today, duvets are commonly used in place of traditional blankets and sheets in many parts of the world. 5. Synonyms: Comforter, quilt, doona, eiderdown, bedspread. 6. Related Words: Blank, sheet, quilt, pillow, throw. 7. Example Sentences:

• She snuggled under her duvet and fell asleep quickly.
• The hotel room came with a king-size duvet and four fluffy pillows.
• He decided to invest in a high-quality duvet to keep him warm during the cold winter nights.