bedclothes

Meanings

• noun

  Fitted sheets, blankets, quilts, covers, and pillows for a bed.

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Synonyms

bedclothing , bedding , bedlinen , covers

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with bedclothes
clotheslines , closes , cholos , motes

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Variants

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bedclothes

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Etymology

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The word 'bedclothes' comes from the Old English word 'bedcloth', which referred to the fabric used to cover a bed.

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Trivia

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1. Did you know that in the 18th century, it was common for wealthy people to change their bedclothes up to three times a day?

2. In some cultures, it is believed that sleeping under a cold blanket can help prevent nightmares.

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Related Concepts

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1. linen: A type of fabric commonly used for bedclothes.

2. duvet: A type of bedcover filled with down or other insulating material.

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Culture

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Bedclothes have been an essential part of human culture for thousands of years. They provide comfort, warmth, and privacy. In literature, bedclothes have been used as symbols of comfort and security, as well as of luxury and decadence.

How to Memorize "bedclothes"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a bed with all its covers and pillows. Visualize the different textures and colors of the bedclothes.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'bedclothes' with the feeling of getting into a warm, cozy bed at the end of the day.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Remember the acronym BED: Blankets, Electrics (for electric blankets), and Duvets.

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