daybed

noun

Definition of daybednext
as in sofa

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Recent Examples of daybed Style it on the patio to relax with friends on the spacious seat, then transform it into a daybed for the perfect place to lounge on a warm summer day. — Caley Sturgill, Southern Living, 9 July 2026 Lounge Chairs Instead of lounge chairs that can clutter your patio and only seat a few people, Button suggests a daybed. — Maria Sabella, Better Homes & Gardens, 8 July 2026 Kayda immediately falls apart and begins to sob on the daybed. — Kathleen Walsh, Vulture, 26 June 2026 Outdoor couches, sectionals, armchairs and daybeds are all on-trend and make great additions to any patio. — Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 10 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for daybed
Recent Examples of Synonyms for daybed
  1. sofa
  2. couch
  3. hammock
  4. cot
  5. bunk
Noun
  • Thoughtful pillow choices make your sofa feel inviting, layered, and less staged.
    — Kristin Hohenadel, The Spruce, 7 Aug. 2026
  • While an option like the orange-and-white stripe accentuates the sofa’s inherent whimsy, it’d be easy to achieve a more serious look with one of the solid-colored upholstery options.
    — Alyssa Marino Williams, Architectural Digest, 6 Aug. 2026
Definition of sofa
Noun
  • Tijssen, who lives in France with her partner ‌and two sons, was sitting on the couch in April when ​a pop-up on her phone said her DNA results were in.
    — Reuters, NBC news, 12 Aug. 2026
  • Here are 10 great, comparatively tame stunts to introduce your kids to the cringe-inducing fun of Jackass… but make sure there’s a spot behind the couch handy with which to hide, just in case.
    — Tim Grierson, Vulture, 11 Aug. 2026
Definition of couch
Noun
  • Chef allows young Tony to spend a night on his porch, sleeping in a rope hammock.
    — Stephanie Zacharek, Time, 7 Aug. 2026
  • It’s made with an extra-long, adjustable strap to adjust the hammock to a length that feels comfortable to you.
    — Jasmine Gomez, Travel + Leisure, 5 Aug. 2026
Definition of hammock
Noun
  • This cot-style find is made of breathable mesh fabric to keep your dog cool, and the steel frame features skid-resistant feet.
    — Christina Shepherd McGuire, PEOPLE, 5 July 2026
  • There are some other features to keep in mind when considering a sleeping pad, air mattress or camping cot.
    — BestReviews, Chicago Tribune, 19 June 2026
Definition of cot
Noun
  • The Third Wheel room features a twin bunk set up over a queen bed, while the freestanding cabins sleep up to six.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 15 Aug. 2026
  • In her bunk, Aesha tries to listen in on service on the radio.
    — Emma Soren, Vulture, 11 Aug. 2026
Definition of bunk

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“Daybed.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/daybed. Accessed 17 Aug. 2026.

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