Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
bedstead
noun
/ˈbɛd.stɛd/
Definition
A bedstead is the frame or structure that supports a mattress and provides a foundation for a bed.
Examples
- The antique wooden bedstead added charm to the bedroom.
- After searching for weeks, she finally found the perfect metal bedstead for her apartment.
- He decided to repaint his old bedstead to match his new decor.
Meaning
It refers specifically to the part of the bed that holds the mattress in place, which can be made from various materials like wood or metal.
Synonyms
- bed frame
- bed base
- bed platform
