twin bed

noun

: one of a pair of matching single beds
also : a twin-size bed

Examples of twin bed in a Sentence

Do you want a room with a double bed or twin beds?
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Twin Length: 75 inches Width: 38 inches Best for: As the smallest standard mattress size, twin beds are also perfect for children, but this short and slim size also works well for single adults who are looking to save space in their bedroom. Kathleen Felton, SELF, 20 Nov. 2024 For the sofa, Kut opted for a modular pale gray Burrow number that tucks into the corner for comfortable lounging and turns into a twin bed for overnight visitors. Morgan Goldberg, Architectural Digest, 5 Dec. 2024 These smaller apartments, ranging from 122 to 208 square feet, would come pre-furnished with a twin bed, desk, chair, nightstand, microwave, and a mini-fridge. Rachel M. Cohen, Vox, 7 Dec. 2018 The place had a patio (some have decks) and kitchenette, a king bed and two twin beds in a loft, and a rad shower with six adjustable side jets. Alison Osius, Outside Online, 1 Nov. 2024 See all Example Sentences for twin bed 

Word History

First Known Use

1919, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of twin bed was in 1919

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“Twin bed.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/twin%20bed. Accessed 30 Dec. 2024.

Kids Definition

twin bed

noun
1
: either of a pair of single beds that match
2
: a bed that is big enough for only one person
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