01 n. A large pad stuffed with hair, moss, or other suitable soft material, and quilted or otherwise fastened, used as or in a bed, to support th…
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A large pad stuffed with hair, moss, or other suitable soft material, and quilted or otherwise fastened, used as or in a bed, to support the human body while lying down.
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A mass of interwoven brush, poles, etc., to protect a bank from being worn away by currents or waves.(Hydraulic Engin.)
Phrases & compounds
innerspring mattress —
A variety of mattress{1} having springs inside to provide a flexible support; it is considered more comfortable than a stuffed mattress.