beds

[bedz]

beds Definition

• 1. a piece of furniture for sleep or rest, typically a framework with a mattress and coverings
• 2. an area of ground, especially one that is level, deep, or uncultivated

Using beds: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "beds" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  I'm going to bed now.

• Example

  The garden has several flower beds.

• Example

  The river bed was dry.

• Example

  The miners dug deep into the coal bed.

beds Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for beds

• bunks
• couches
• berths
• divans
• chaises

Idioms Using beds

• a bed of roses

  a situation or activity that is easy or pleasant

  Example

  Being a teacher is not a bed of roses, but it's rewarding.

• get out of bed on the wrong side

  to be in a bad mood for no apparent reason

  Example

  She got out of bed on the wrong side this morning and has been grumpy all day.

• put something to bed

  finish or resolve something, especially after a lot of effort

  Example

  We finally put the project to bed after working on it for months.

Phrases with beds

• make the bed

  arrange the sheets, blankets, and pillows on a bed to prepare it for sleeping or resting

  Example

  She always makes the bed before leaving the house.

• go to bed with someone

  have sexual intercourse with someone

  Example

  He went to bed with his girlfriend last night.

• put to bed

  help someone to get into bed and fall asleep

  Example

  She put her baby to bed and then went to watch TV.

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Summary: beds in Brief

The term 'beds' [bedz] refers to two different things: a piece of furniture for sleep or rest, and an area of ground. The former is exemplified by 'I'm going to bed now,' while the latter is exemplified by 'The garden has several flower beds.' Phrases like 'make the bed' and idioms like 'a bed of roses' are associated with the former, while 'river bed' and 'coal bed' are associated with the latter.