daybed

noun

day·​bed ˈdā-ˌbed How to pronounce daybed (audio)
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 Fashion illustrator Gabriella Fash created original wall murals and most rooms include an outdoor patio with an oversized daybed. Alesandra Dubin, Travel + Leisure, 11 Apr. 2024 The adults only Sunset pool has also been given a makeover with the new daybeds and bar area giving it Ibiza vibes. Michele Robson, Forbes, 28 Mar. 2024 In fact, there is a spacious kid’s playroom with daybeds, desks for studying, gaming capabilities, and another terrace. Emma Reynolds, Robb Report, 3 Jan. 2024 For a cozier take on the trend, Wilkinson juxtaposed bunked setups with low-slung daybeds. Kelsey Mulvey, Sunset Magazine, 11 Apr. 2024 The Rounds are particularly well suited to families, as standard units have a trundle bed and suites have a trundle and a daybed. Paul Brady, Travel + Leisure, 25 Mar. 2024 There are abundant options that include the typical features of adjustable mattress height settings and wheels, but some also enable you to convert it to a toddler bed with safety rails, a daybed and even a full-size bed with a headboard and footboard. Caron Golden, San Diego Union-Tribune, 25 Mar. 2024 Better Homes & Gardens Grayson Daybed and Trundle Another piece that has lots of different purposes is the Grayson daybed (82.5 x 40.5 x 38 inches) and trundle (75 x 40 x 11 inches). Carly Totten, Better Homes & Gardens, 12 Feb. 2024 The custom-tiled rooftop pool is surrounded by cabanas, daybeds and pods with a mini water park nearby featuring a water slide and splash pad play area. Brady MacDonald, Orange County Register, 30 Jan. 2024

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Word History

First Known Use

1679, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of daybed was in 1679

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Cite this Entry

“Daybed.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/daybed. Accessed 27 Apr. 2024.

Kids Definition

daybed

noun
day·​bed ˈdā-ˌbed How to pronounce daybed (audio)
: a couch that can be converted into a bed

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