quilting

/kwɪltɪŋ/
/ˈkwɪltɪŋ/
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Other forms: quiltings

Definitions of quilting
  1. noun
    stitching through layers of fabric and a filling so as to create a design
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    type of:
    embroidery stitch, sewing stitch
    a stitch made with thread and a threaded sewing needle through fabric or leather
  2. noun
    a material used for making a quilt, or a quilted fabric
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    type of:
    cloth, fabric, material, textile
    artifact made by weaving or felting or knitting or crocheting natural or synthetic fibers
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