noun
bedpost
Bedpost (noun) means one of the upright corner posts supporting a bed frame. Example: “He hung his jacket on the bedpost before falling asleep.”
noun
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One of the upright corner posts supporting a bed frame.
"He hung his jacket on the bedpost before falling asleep."
How to use bedpost
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishOne of the four vertical posts at the corners of a bed frame.
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Word forms
- Plural
- bedposts
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Etymology
From "bed" plus "post."
Frequently asked questions
What does “bedpost” mean?
The word “bedpost” means one of the upright corner posts supporting a bed frame. In plain terms, one of the four vertical posts at the corners of a bed frame.
How do you use “bedpost” in a sentence?
Here is “bedpost” used in a sentence: “He hung his jacket on the bedpost before falling asleep.”
What part of speech is “bedpost”?
“Bedpost” is a noun.
What is the meaning of bedpost?
"bedpost" (noun) means one of the upright corner posts supporting a bed frame.
