bedclothing
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of bedclothing
Example Sentences
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Every time a baby is found dead in his crib, apparently smothered by bedclothing or a soft pillow, the mother is tortured by the feeling that she should have been more careful.
From Time Magazine Archive
He turned and saw Bessie bent motionless over the pile of bedclothing.
From "Native Son" by Richard Wright
It was, perhaps, ten o'clock when Kitty threw back the bedclothing, and slowly got out of bed.
From Marjorie at Seacote by Wells, Carolyn
If they are not well, the wagon should go back for them at the end of the day's march; shelter-tents are not to be recommended for them, nor are two blankets sufficient bedclothing.
From How to Camp Out by Gould, John Mead
The officers slept in the house all night, their bedclothing and sheets consisting of the native cloth made of the native mulberry-tree.
From Great Sea Stories by French, Joseph Lewis
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