eiderdown
/ˈaɪdərˌdaʊn/
noun
- A soft, thick quilt or comforter filled with the soft feathers (down) of the eider duck, used on a bed for warmth.
- He pulled the eiderdown up to his chin and fell asleep instantly.
- She snuggled under the warm eiderdown on the cold winter night.
- The hotel room had a fluffy white eiderdown on the bed.
- The soft, fine feathers of the eider duck, used as filling for quilts, pillows, and clothing.
- The pillow was stuffed with pure eiderdown, making it incredibly soft.
- They collected eiderdown from the nests to make warm jackets.
- Eiderdown is highly valued for its lightness and insulating properties.