counterpane
noun
a quilt or coverlet for a bed; bedspread.
counterpaned
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a word derived from
counterpane.
Example Sentences
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There was a great rug upon the floor, a white-sheeted and counterpaned bed, fresh pajamas, table, chair, alcohol-stove, glasses and cups and water-pitchers.
From The Bells of San Juan by Gregory, Jackson
The cogitations of the first half hour in the white counterpaned bed that night left Elizabeth in a maze of wonder over his physical as well as mental collapse.
From The Wind Before the Dawn by Munger, Dell H.
When he opened his eyes again he found that he was lying on a brilliantly counterpaned bed.
From A Hero of Romance by Marsh, Richard
Slowly, she turned from her reflection in the mirror and dropped down on the edge of the daintily counterpaned bed.
From 'Smiles' A Rose of the Cumberlands by Taylor, H. Weston
