Daybed: meaning, definitions and examples
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daybed
[ ˈdeɪˌbɛd ]
furniture piece
A daybed is a piece of furniture that can function as both a sofa and a bed. It typically consists of a mattress supported by a frame with three sides, resembling a couch. Daybeds are often used in living rooms, guest rooms, or home offices.
Synonyms
chaise lounge, sofa bed
Examples of usage
- It's nice to have a daybed in the guest room for visitors.
- She likes to relax on the daybed with a book in the afternoon.
Translations
Translations of the word "daybed" in other languages:
🇵🇹 divã
🇮🇳 दिन का बिस्तर
🇩🇪 Ruhebett
🇮🇩 tempat tidur siang
🇺🇦 тахта
🇵🇱 szezlong
🇯🇵 デイベッド
🇫🇷 lit de jour
🇪🇸 diván
🇹🇷 divan
🇰🇷 데이베드
🇸🇦 أريكة نهارية
🇨🇿 lenoška
🇸🇰 leňoška
🇨🇳 日间床
🇸🇮 ležalnik
🇮🇸 dagrúm
🇰🇿 күні бойы жататын орын
🇬🇪 დღის საწოლი
🇦🇿 gün yatağı
🇲🇽 diván
Word origin
The term 'daybed' dates back to the 16th century, when it was used to describe a piece of furniture designed for reclining or resting during the day. Originally, daybeds were simple wooden structures with a mattress on top. Over time, the design evolved to include more decorative elements and variations in materials. Today, daybeds are popular for their versatility and space-saving features, making them a practical choice for modern living spaces.
See also: daily, day, daybreak, daylight, daypack, daystar, daytime, nowadays, today, yesterday.