mattress — a large, rectangular pad for supporting the reclining body, used as or on a bed
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: a large, rectangular pad for supporting the reclining body, used as or on a bed
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈmætrəs/
Example Sentences
- My cat thinks the new mattress is her personal trampoline.
- I spent three hours testing mattresses at the store like Goldilocks.
- A good mattress is an investment in your health and happiness.
mattress
NOUN[/ˈmætrəs/]
a large, rectangular pad for supporting the reclining body, used as or on a bed
Soft rectangular bed cushion
The actress finds refuge on her mattress in a fortress
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
The word derives from Arabic 'matrah', meaning 'something thrown down', which passed through Latin before entering English. Originally, it referred to a cloth or mat placed on the ground for sleeping.
Breakdown
Arabic matrah (thrown down) + Latin suffix -ess → English mattress. The Arabic root matrah comes from the verb 'taraha' (to throw), with the prefix 'm-' indicating the object of the action.
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📝Examples
“My cat thinks the new mattress is her personal trampoline.”
“I spent three hours testing mattresses at the store like Goldilocks.”
“A good mattress is an investment in your health and happiness.”
“The old mattress sagged so much it looked like a hammock.”
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