futon
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Noun — A thin, padded cotton mattress that can be laid on the floor or placed on a folding frame that converts between a bed and a sofa.
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Etymology
Borrowed from Japanese futon (布団), which traces back through Chinese to words for "bulrush" and "round object," describing the original woven cushion.
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What does “futon” mean?
The word “futon” means a thin, padded cotton mattress that can be laid on the floor or placed on a folding frame that converts between a bed and a sofa. In plain terms, a foldable mattress-sofa combo, often used as a spare bed or in small apartments.
How do you pronounce “futon”?
“Futon” is pronounced FOO-ton (/ˈfutɑn/ in IPA).
How do you use “futon” in a sentence?
Here is “futon” used in a sentence: “We keep a futon in the spare room for guests.”
What part of speech is “futon”?
“Futon” is a noun.
Where does the word “futon” come from?
The word “futon” comes from Chinese. Borrowed from Japanese futon (布団), which traces back through Chinese to words for "bulrush" and "round object," describing the original woven cushion.
How many meanings does “futon” have?
“Futon” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a thin, padded cotton mattress that can be laid on the floor or placed on a folding frame that converts between a bed and a sofa.