Murphy bed

noun

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

Examples of Murphy bed in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web 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 The separate, nearly 30-foot-long den/media lounge doubles as the fourth bedroom thanks to a wall of built-ins that discreetly incorporate a Murphy bed for guests. Emma Reynolds, Robb Report, 15 Apr. 2024 Inside was a small room with a Murphy bed, toilet, microwave and empty fridge and freezer set. Emily Palmer, Peoplemag, 26 Mar. 2024 See all Example Sentences for Murphy bed 

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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 4 Nov. 2024.

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