waterbed

American

[waw-ter-bed, wot-er-] / ˈwɔ tərˌbɛd, ˈwɒt ər- /

noun

a bed having a liquid-filled rubber or plastic mattress in a rigid, often heated, waterproof frame, and providing a surface that conforms to the sleeper's body in any position.

Etymology

Origin of waterbed

First recorded in 1835–45; water + bed

Example Sentences

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Hodges built a low stage using leftover materials from the waterbed business, and the venue hosted blues, bluegrass and rock ’n’ roll artists.

From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 19, 2024

Martin, the 77-year-old in Glendale, has been sleeping on a waterbed since she got her first one as a hand-me-down from a friend.

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 23, 2024

“I tell people I have a waterbed, and everyone laughs,” says Gerrish, 78, a financial planner with white curly hair and manicured lavender nails.

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 23, 2024

Change can be difficult for a lifelong waterbed fan, as Larry Johnson of Mar Vista has learned firsthand.

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 23, 2024

"Oh my God, sorry, are you okay? I wasn't expecting a waterbed."

From "Eleanor & Park" by Rainbow Rowell

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