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- [bed-sted, -stid]
- /ˈbɛdˌstɛd, -stɪd/
- /ˈbed.sted/
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- US Pronunciation
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- [bed-sted, -stid]
- /ˈbɛdˌstɛd, -stɪd/
Definitions of bedstead word
- countable noun bedstead A bedstead is the metal or wooden frame of an old-fashioned bed. 3
- noun bedstead the framework of a bed, usually including a headboard and springs but excluding the mattress and other coverings 3
- noun bedstead a framework for supporting the bedspring and mattress of a bed 3
- noun bedstead the framework of a bed supporting the springs and a mattress. 1
- noun bedstead The framework of a bed on which the mattress is placed. 1
- noun bedstead frame of a bed 1
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Origin of bedstead
First appearance:
before 1400 One of the 24% oldest English words
First recorded in 1400-50, bedstead is from the late Middle English word bedstede. See bed, stead
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Parts of speech for Bedstead
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bedstead popularity
A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 80% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.
Most Europeans know this English word. The frequency of it’s usage is somewhere between "mom" and "screwdriver".
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This diagram is provided by Google Ngram ViewerSynonyms for bedstead
noun bedstead
- bunk — A bunk is a bed that is fixed to a wall, especially in a ship or caravan.
- mattress — a large pad for supporting the reclining body, used as or on a bed, consisting of a quilted or similarly fastened case, usually of heavy cloth, that contains hair, straw, cotton, foam rubber, etc., or a framework of metal springs.
- cot — A cot is a bed for a baby, with bars or panels round it so that the baby cannot fall out.
- crib — A crib is a bed for a small baby.
- couch — A couch is a long, comfortable seat for two or three people.
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