Definition

In the direction of a bed; towards a bed.

Example

After a long day, she headed bedwards to get some rest.

Conversation

Are you heading bedwards soon?

Yeah, I need some rest after that long day.

I might join you; I'm feeling pretty tired myself.

Sounds good! Let's both get some sleep then.

Root Explanation

The word 'bedwards' is formed from 'bed' (from Old English 'bed', meaning a place for sleeping) and '-wards' (a suffix meaning in the direction of). Thus, 'bedwards' means in the direction of the bed.

Memory Tip

Think of going 'in the direction of' ('-wards') your 'place for sleeping' ('bed') — that's what 'bedwards' means.

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