What does "quilt" mean?

Quilt: To stitch or sew together at frequent intervals, in order to confine in place the several layers of cloth and wadding of which a garment, comforter, etc., may be made; as, to quilt a coat. Dryden.

Additional senses

  1. 2.To wad, as a garment, with warm soft material.
  2. 3.To stitch or sew in lines or patterns.

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