daybed

noun

day·​bed ˈdā-ˌbed 

1

: a chaise longue of a type made 1680–1780

2

: a couch that can be converted into a bed

Examples of daybed in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

In the fireside primary suite, the couple had an antique Asian daybed repurposed into a cushion for their dog. — Tori Latham, Robb Report, 7 Aug. 2026

This can serve as a daybed, but there's also a pull-out bench seating area in the unit. — New Atlas, 6 Aug. 2026

Instead, the adults-only retreat is built around infinity hot tubs, a bar, and rows of plush daybeds and cabanas. — Belinda Luksic, Southern Living, 31 July 2026

In the grounds, a large pool is framed by striped sunloungers, cabanas and daybeds. — Jonathan Samuels, TheWeek, 17 July 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1679, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Kids Definition

daybed

noun

day·​bed ˈdā-ˌbed 

: a couch that can be converted into a bed