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duvet

Pronunciation: /ˈd(j)uːveɪ/
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Definition of duvet

noun

chiefly British
  • a soft quilt filled with down, feathers, or a synthetic fibre, used instead of an upper sheet and blankets.
  • (also duvet jacket) a thick down-filled jacket worn by mountaineers.

Origin:

mid 18th century: from French, literally 'down' (see down2)

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