air mattress

noun

1. a mattress, usually of plastic or rubber, that can be inflated for use, as in camping, and deflated for storage.

Word History and Origins

Origin of air mattress¹

First recorded in 1925–30

Example Sentences

The air mattress beneath me wobbles under my weight.

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To celebrate, an investor replaced his air mattress with a real bed.

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If camping, you’ll want to pack the usual gear, including a tent, sleeping bags, an air mattress or other cushioning, extra blankets and pillows.

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Five weeks passed in a fever-dream of Airbnbs and air mattresses until, finally, we were able to secure a short-term lease on a place of our own.

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In southern Brisbane, a popular city in Queensland, some from the homeless community have taken refuge at Emmanuel City Mission, filling the floor on rows of inflatable air mattresses.

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