Murphy bed

noun

Synonyms of Murphy bednext
: a bed that may be folded or swung into a closet

Examples of Murphy bed in a Sentence

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Much like Murphy beds, these doors conceal a surprise, but not simply an unexpected sleeping space. Maggie Gillette, Better Homes & Gardens, 19 Apr. 2026 It's built around a Murphy bed that folds away against the driver's sidewall during the day and drops down at night to sleep two people on a platform measuring a full 80 inches (203 cm) long. New Atlas, 15 Apr. 2026 For truly tight quarters, a Murphy bed folds up against the wall when not in use, freeing the entire floor for daytime activities. Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Sacbee.com, 14 Apr. 2026 Murphy beds take this further, folding against the wall to free the entire room during the day. Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Charlotte Observer, 14 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for Murphy bed

Word History

Etymology

William L. Murphy †1959 American inventor

First Known Use

1913, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of Murphy bed was in 1913

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“Murphy bed.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Murphy%20bed. Accessed 25 Apr. 2026.

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