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Überwurf

throw

noun UE-ber-vurf Rare
Home & Lifestyle Household Items

Also means

decorative blanket

Usage Note

Überwurf is a lightweight decorative blanket draped over a sofa, armchair, or bed for warmth and aesthetic effect. Also called Kuscheldecke; knitted, fleece, and woven cotton versions are common in German living rooms.

Examples

"Der Wollüberwurf auf dem Sofa lädt an kühlen Abenden zum Einmummeln ein."

Natural Translation

The woollen throw on the sofa invites snuggling up on cool evenings.

Literal Translation

The wool throw on the sofa invites to snuggle up on cool evenings.

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