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

At the spa, Thistle, guests can reset on daybeds surrounded by stunning blue-green tiled walls, dip into the indoor saltwater pool, or enjoy the saunas and steam room—all entirely complementary with your stay. — Jess Feldman, Travel + Leisure, 10 July 2026

Lounge Chairs Instead of lounge chairs that can clutter your patio and only seat a few people, Button suggests a daybed. — Maria Sabella, Better Homes & Gardens, 8 July 2026

Kayda immediately falls apart and begins to sob on the daybed. — Kathleen Walsh, Vulture, 26 June 2026

Changes are smart and subtle — a cooler carpet color here; bigger, curvier headboards and daybeds there. — Carrie Bell, Forbes.com, 11 June 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