bedspread
UK: ˈbɛdˌsprɛd | US: ˈbɛdˌsprɛd
n. a decorative cloth covering for a bed, typically larger than a bed sheet and often quilted or patterned.
The word "bedspread" is a compound of "bed" (Old English bedd, meaning a sleeping place) and "spread" (Old English sprǣdan, meaning to stretch or extend). The term emerged in the 19th century to describe a cloth that "spreads over" a bed, emphasizing its function as a decorative or protective layer. The logic is straightforward: it combines the object it covers (bed) with its action (spread), creating a vivid image of the item's purpose.
She smoothed the floral bedspread before guests arrived.
The handmade bedspread added warmth to the rustic bedroom.
He folded the bedspread neatly at the foot of the bed each morning.
The antique bedspread was passed down through generations.
A lightweight bedspread is ideal for summer nights.