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An EIDER is a type of duck, and DOWN are the small fluffy feathers on a duck or other large bird. They are used to fill pillows and mattresses because they are very soft and don't mat up like manufactured fillings. They are also used to fill coats and vests for the same reason. Because they don't mat, they trap a lot of air providing good insulation. They are very warm.
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What does eiderdown come from?
Eiderdown are the soft feathers that come from the breast of a female eider duck. The word eiderdown itself has origins that date back to around 1765 to 1775.
Is there a difference between goosedown and eiderdown comforters?
Eider down comes from the eider duck and is considered to be the best quality down, because it clings to itself, which results in superior insulating power.
What is an Eiderdown filled with?
Eiderdown bedding is filled with the soft undercoat of Eider ducks. This down is known for its exceptional insulating qualities, lightweight, and ability to provide warmth without feeling heavy. Eiderdown is considered a luxury material for bedding due to its premium quality.
What does eider mean?
Eider is a large Northern Sea Duck. The fluffy fine feathers from the breast of the duck (known as down) are the source of Eiderdown, long a prized, warm filling for coats, sleeping bags and featherbeds.
What are some more words that start with ei?
eight eighteen eighth eightieth eighty either eider eiderdown Eisteddfod eidetic eire
What is a downy duck?
eider eider eider
What is another name for a fluffy quilt?
Eider, eider down, eider gooseMore information:A comforter
What is a sentence using the word eiderdown?
That eiderdown protected me from the cold in those harsh winters.
What is a sea Duck famous for soft down?
Sea ducks are famous for their thick downy feathers that provide insulation against cold water. This soft down helps keep them warm in their marine environments, making them well-suited for swimming and diving.
Is there a word spelled with ei that has a long i sound?
There are several, mostly from German: eider, eiderdown, eidetic, eigenvalue, einsteinium feisty gesundheit height, heist kaleidoscope meitnerium neither (or long E) poltergeist seismograph, seismic, stein zeitgeist
When was Steller's Eider created?
Steller's Eider was created in 1769.
When was Eider - brand - created?
Eider - brand - was created in 1962.
