Definition of BEDCLOTHES

bedclothes

Meanings

Noun

  • coverings that are used on a bed
  • Sheets, blankets, quilts or other coverings used on a bed.
  • Clothing worn to bed.

Origin / Etymology

From Middle English bedclothys, plural of Middle English bedcloth, bedclothe, bedde clothe (“bed-cloth, bedding”), from Old English bedclāþ, beddclāþ (“coverlet, blanket, bedding, bedclothes”), equivalent to bed + clothes.

Synonyms

bed clothing, bedclothing, bedding, bedlinen, covers, nightwear, pajamas

Scrabble Score: 18

bedclothes is a valid Scrabble (US) TWL word
bedclothes is a valid Scrabble Word in Merriam-Webster MW Dictionary
bedclothes is a valid Scrabble Word in International Collins CSW Dictionary

Words With Friends Score: 20

bedclothes is a valid Words With Friends word