COUNTERPANE


Meaning of COUNTERPANE in English

n.

Pronunciation: ' kau ̇ n-t ə r- ˌ p ā n

Function: noun

Etymology: alteration of Middle English countrepointe, modification of Middle French coute pointe, literally, embroidered quilt

Date: 15th century

: BEDSPREAD

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