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)
Examples of comforter in a Sentence
He was her longtime confidant and comforter.
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The image of windows in a comforter stuck with him.
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Matthew Kayser, USA Today, 22 July 2025
Made from 100 percent cotton, this lightweight option can be paired with a low-fill duvet insert to enjoy the coziness of a comforter without the heat.
—Caley Sturgill, Southern Living, 13 July 2025
While thick comforters often are made with a heavy down filling, this quilt has a cotton and polyester blend fill that’s breathable yet cozy.
—Ali Faccenda, People.com, 12 July 2025
Also on deep discount during the sale is our very favorite comforter set from Laura Ashley.
—Melanie Fincher, Southern Living, 10 July 2025
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Matthew Kayser, USA Today, 22 July 2025
Made from 100 percent cotton, this lightweight option can be paired with a low-fill duvet insert to enjoy the coziness of a comforter without the heat.
—Caley Sturgill, Southern Living, 13 July 2025
While thick comforters often are made with a heavy down filling, this quilt has a cotton and polyester blend fill that’s breathable yet cozy.
—Ali Faccenda, People.com, 12 July 2025
Also on deep discount during the sale is our very favorite comforter set from Laura Ashley.
—Melanie Fincher, Southern Living, 10 July 2025
See All Example Sentences for comforter
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“Comforter.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/comforter. Accessed 29 Jul. 2025.
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comforter
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com·fort·er
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