box spring

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Transcription

- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- [boks spring]
- /bɒks sprɪŋ/

- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- [boks spring]
- /bɒks sprɪŋ/

Definitions of box spring words

countable noun box spring A box spring is a frame containing rows of coiled springs that is used to provide support for a mattress. You can also use box springs to refer to the springs themselves. 3
noun box spring a coiled spring contained in a boxlike frame, used as a base for mattresses, chairs, etc 3
noun box spring a bedspring consisting of a boxlike, cloth-enclosed frame containing rows of coil springs fastened to the frame 3
noun box spring an upholstered bedspring composed of a number of helical springs, each in a cylindrical cloth pocket. 1
noun box spring bedspring in box, covered with fabric 1
noun box spring A box-shaped frame into which is a set of spiral springs, upon which rests a bed mattress. 0

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Origin of box spring

First appearance:

before 1890

One of the 20% newest English words

First recorded in 1890-95

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Parts of speech for Box spring

noun

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adverb

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box spring popularity

A pretty common term. Usually people know it’s meaning, but prefer to use a more spread out synonym. About 42% of English native speakers know the meaning and use word.

According to our data about 52% of words is more used. This is a rare but used term. It occurs in the pages of specialized literature and in the speech of educated people.

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Synonyms for box spring

noun box spring

cushion — A cushion is a fabric case filled with soft material, which you put on a seat to make it more comfortable.
bed — A BEd is a degree which usually takes four years to complete and which qualifies someone to teach in a school. BEd is an abbreviation for 'Bachelor of Education.' Compare PGCE.
futon — a thin mattress, usually filled with layers of cotton batting and encased in cotton fabric, placed on a floor for sleeping, especially in traditional Japanese interiors, and folded and stored during the day.
pallet — a small, low, portable platform on which goods are placed for storage or moving, as in a warehouse or vehicle.
springs — a leap, jump, or bound.

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