counterpane

IPA: kˈaʊnɝpeɪn

(Appalachia) The topmost covering of a bed, often functioning as a blanket; a coverlet, bedspread.

Examples of "counterpane" in Sentences

A thin counterpane of blue check gave a rather pleasing finish.
On the counterpane was a mess of blood, and the sheet had been torn.
September 24th, in the _Boston News Letter_, the word counterpane first appears.
On the counterpane was the box of papers she had removed from her home after Jamie's death, just before the police had raided her.
The heavy cotton impervious counterpane is bad, for the very reason that it keeps in the emanations from the sick person, while the blanket allows them to pass through.
Then, in the manner described below, put on the bottom sheet, the top sheet, a blanket or comforter or other warm cover, and finally the bedspread also called a counterpane, quilt, or other day cover.
Therese found somewhere and used for a counterpane was a magnificent combination of white and crimson between the gleaming surfaces of dark wood; and the whole room had an air of splendour with marble consoles, gilt carvings, long mirrors and a sumptuous