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noun

Definition of quiltingnext
as in lining

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verb

present participle of quilt
as in knitting

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Recent Examples of quilting
Noun
For artists like Kim Brownell, there’s no need to pick a lane between traditional and modern quilting. — Tania Azhang, Sacbee.com, 7 Oct. 2026 And then there’s the use of fibers like raffia, which is turned into clothing using techniques like lace-making, applique and quilting. — CNN Money, 23 Sep. 2026 The new center has space for exhibits, oral history initiatives, artist residencies, community quilting projects, public speaker series and other programming. — ABC News, 15 Sep. 2026 Audiences learn about bootlegging during Prohibition, the Underground Railroad and quilting and what that has meant for the Black community and the Black church specifically. — Aramide Tinubu, Variety, 9 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for quilting
Recent Examples of Synonyms for quilting
  1. lining
  2. embroidering
  3. packing
  4. cushion
  5. interlining
Noun
  • How the storm drain will be repaired Rather than digging up the entire pipe and disturbing residents’ yards, crews plan to install a new lining inside the existing pipe.
    — Nicole Buss, Sacbee.com, 22 Oct. 2026
  • Norovirus is a highly contagious virus that is the most common cause of viral gastroenteritis, an inflammation of the inside lining of the gastrointestinal tract.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 22 Oct. 2026
Definition of lining
Verb
  • In his letter to Hawley, Manfred said that rule was collectively bargained with the MLB Players Association and prohibits players from writing, attaching, affixing, embroidering or otherwise displaying messages on apparel or playing equipment.
    — Dan Zaksheske, FOXNews.com, 22 June 2026
  • The touchscreen allows for easy controls and lets users visually preview the design before embroidering starts.
    — BestReviews, Mercury News, 25 May 2026
Definition of embroidering
Noun
  • Dealers will be allowed to bring packing crates into the Grand Palais after the fair closes Friday, but no one will be permitted inside on Saturday, sources said.
    — Devorah Lauter, ARTnews.com, 22 Oct. 2026
  • Pack smarter and travel happier with a set of three packing cubes in beautiful, coordinating Indigo patterns to keep clothes, shoes, accessories and travel items organized and easy to find.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 17 Oct. 2026
Definition of packing
Noun
  • But the Knicks blew open the game by outscoring the Pistons 37-13 in the third quarter to open a 25-point cushion against the team who handled them better than anyone else last season.
    — CBS News, CBS News, 28 Oct. 2026
  • Partly inspired by her time working as a museum security guard, they are often accompanied by water bottles, cushions, books, or other belongings that give a sense of the presence of the person who sits there.
    — Devorah Lauter, ARTnews.com, 27 Oct. 2026
Definition of cushion
Noun
  • Room darkening or blackout lining will often give you the most structure and, in some cases, an additional interlining is added to improve the tailored look of the drape of the fabric.
    — Heather Bien, Southern Living, 16 July 2026
  • The French interlining firm shared plans to cut carbon dioxide emissions by 46 percent by 2030, as the nucleus of the plan centers around reducing the company’s carbon footprint.
    — Alexandra Harrell, Sourcing Journal, 3 Sep. 2019
Definition of interlining

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