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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The smaller kids tent was just a few feet away and featured two twin beds and beanbag chairs for lounging. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 25 Oct. 2026 For the sofa, Kut opted for a modular pale gray Burrow number that tucks into the corner for comfortable lounging and doubles as a twin bed for overnight visitors. — Morgan Goldberg, Architectural Digest, 12 Aug. 2026 Two are fitted with twin beds that turn into doubles, plus Pullmans. — Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 23 July 2026 Families can opt for an adjacent Kids Tent with two twin beds. — Tree Meinch, Midwest Living, 11 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for twin bed

Word History

First Known Use

1919, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of twin bed was in 1919

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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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