Definition

A piece of furniture that can be used as both a sofa and a bed, typically with a foldable mattress.

Example

When guests come over, we use the sofabed in the living room for extra sleeping space.

Conversation

Have you seen my new sofabed?

No, I haven't! How does it look?

It's really comfy, and it folds out easily.

That sounds great! Perfect for guests.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Sofabed → It is formed from "sofa" (from Arabic *ṣuffa*, meaning a long seat or bench) and "bed" (from Old English *bed*, meaning a sleeping place). The word "sofabed" refers to a piece of furniture that serves as both a sofa and a bed.

Memory Tip

Imagine a long seat ('sofa') that can also be a place to sleep ('bed') — that's how a sofabed works.

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