sunbed
Americannoun
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a piece of equipment, usu consisting of rows of lights, which surrounds a person with ultraviolet rays in order to induce an artificial suntan
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a bed or couch for lying on in the sun
Example Sentences
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The government says its recent cancer action plan in England will aim to bring in stricter rules for sunbed use, including mandatory ID checks to make sure under-18s aren't using them.
From BBC • May 13, 2026
According to the hotel's website, guests are allocated a sunbed upon check-in and allowed to request their "preferred spot" for the duration of their holiday which is decided "with fairness and attentiveness".
From BBC • May 10, 2026
Curiel-Lewandrowski has treated many former sunbed enthusiasts for advanced melanoma in their 20s and 30s, she said.
From Los Angeles Times • May 6, 2026
Many tourists will have encountered "sunbed wars" or "dawn dash" on holiday, which is the practice of reserving loungers with towels.
From BBC • May 6, 2026
I suggested Mrs. de Roo should think about getting a sunbed.
From "Black Swan Green" by David Mitchell
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