comforter
noun
com·fort·er
ˈkəm(p)-fər-tər 
ˈkəm(p)-fə-tər
1
a
capitalized
: holy spirit
b
: one that gives comfort
2
a
: a long narrow usually knitted neck scarf
b
: a thick bed covering made of two layers of cloth containing a filling (such as down)
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He was her longtime confidant and comforter.
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Jenifer Calle, Glamour, 4 Feb. 2025
The set includes a queen comforter and two matching pillow shams to create a cohesive look in the bedroom.
—Kelsey Fredricks, Better Homes & Gardens, 26 Jan. 2025
Below grab cooling comforters, throw blankets, and quilts made with temperature-regulating fabrics like cotton and viscose derived from bamboo.
—Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 22 Jan. 2025
For a decor refresh, Walmart has fluffy throw blankets and warm comforters that make spaces cozy.
—Shea Simmons, People.com, 17 Jan. 2025
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“Comforter.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/comforter. Accessed 8 Feb. 2025.
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comforter
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com·fort·er
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