bunk bed

noun

: one of two single beds usually placed one above the other

Examples of bunk bed in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web The keeper’s room has a double bed, and two sets of bunk beds are provided in the assistant keepers’ room. Gabe Hauari, Detroit Free Press, 22 Feb. 2024 Smaller and narrower bed frames, like twins and bunk beds, have lower weight capacities. Erica Reagle, Better Homes & Gardens, 15 Feb. 2024 For those in search of something for their little ones that doesn’t sacrifice style, this Harriet Bee bunk bed set is a good choice. Olivia Muenter, Peoplemag, 5 Feb. 2024 Unlike other theme park hotels, the rooms are designed with families in mind, with delightful decor from floor to ceiling and kids' bunk beds separated from the adults' quarters. Carlye Wisel, Travel + Leisure, 31 Oct. 2023 For families there are bedrooms with bunk beds that can be tucked away when not in use, optimizing the space. Evie Carrick, Travel + Leisure, 28 Feb. 2024 At the property, family suites include rooms with four bunk beds that sleep up to eight people. Terry Ward, Travel + Leisure, 9 Feb. 2024 The slip-resistant staircase is a safer option than bunk beds with ladders. Olivia Muenter, Peoplemag, 5 Feb. 2024 Shirlee sat cross-legged in the middle of her bedroom floor, between the bunk beds, rolling them something to smoke. Addie Citchens, The New Yorker, 5 Feb. 2024

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Word History

First Known Use

1890, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of bunk bed was in 1890

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“Bunk bed.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/bunk%20bed. Accessed 19 Mar. 2024.

Kids Definition

bunk bed

noun
: one of two single beds placed one above the other

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