bed frame

noun

variants or less commonly bedframe
ˈbed-ˌfrām How to pronounce bed frame (audio)
plural bed frames also bedframes
: a structure designed to support a mattress
Having a sturdy bed frame makes a difference in caring for your mattress and even your sleep quality, as poorly constructed options may wobble or creak with every movement.—McKenzie Dillon

called also bedstead

Examples of bed frame in a Sentence

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Choose a bed frame that doesn’t dominate to keep a small bedroom feeling airy. — Kristin Hohenadel, The Spruce, 29 June 2026 Your intended space will need to accommodate a bed frame. — Bestreviews, Mercury News, 17 June 2026 Beneath the bed frame is an intentional gap, carved out so a large suitcase slides completely out of sight. — Christopher Elliott, Forbes.com, 13 June 2026 An upholstered bed frame that manifests a cozier look for your sleep setup. — Audrey Lee, Architectural Digest, 3 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for bed frame

Word History

First Known Use

1815, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of bed frame was in 1815

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“Bed frame.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/bed%20frame. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.

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