bunk bed

noun

Synonyms of bunk bednext
: one of two single beds usually placed one above the other

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Kendall Jenner’s ultra-cozy mountain retreat (in a top-secret location, per People) had fans swooning over its kitchen fireplace and the uncommon adult bunk bed room. Bailey Bujnosek, InStyle, 10 Apr. 2026 The kids’ room can sleep four, with a bunk bed that fits three and another bed reached by a little ladder, plus toys and books to keep mini visitors entertained. Condé Nast Traveler, 10 Apr. 2026 The master bedroom is quite compact but includes a double bed and some storage space, while the secondary bedroom is equipped with bunk beds and its own outdoor terrace. Adam Williams april 05, New Atlas, 5 Apr. 2026 Kenny-Velasquez said the women slept in bunk beds and shared a bathroom without doors, even for shower stalls and toilets. Alicia Victoria Lozano, NBC news, 5 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for bunk bed

Word History

First Known Use

1890, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of bunk bed was in 1890

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“Bunk bed.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/bunk%20bed. Accessed 15 Apr. 2026.

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bunk bed

noun
: one of two single beds placed one above the other

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