Murphy bed

noun

: a bed that may be folded or swung into a closet

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Flat-pack and easy to assemble, each room is a minimal oasis with its own Murphy bed, desk and storage for clothing. Jacoba Urist, Smithsonian Magazine, 4 Nov. 2024 The Nest is centrally located on the grounds and includes the great room, formal dining room, kitchen, and office, as well as a flex space that contains a Murphy bed that acts as the optional seventh bedroom. Emma Reynolds, Robb Report, 30 Oct. 2024 Finally, the lower level contains two bedrooms, one of which has a fireplace and a Murphy bed (it’s currently used as an office), a shared bathroom, and a laundry area. Emma Reynolds, Robb Report, 9 Sep. 2024 It’s also equipped with a Murphy bed for additional guest accommodation. Natalia Senanayake, Peoplemag, 4 June 2024 See all Example Sentences for Murphy bed 

Word History

Etymology

William L. Murphy †1959 American inventor

First Known Use

1913, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of Murphy bed was in 1913

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“Murphy bed.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Murphy%20bed. Accessed 17 Nov. 2024.

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