Meaning & Definition of Bedding in English

Detailed Definitions

• Definition: The materials laid on a bed to provide comfort, such as sheets, blankets, and pillows.

  Example Sentence: She washed the bedding before her guests arrived.

• Definition: Straw or similar material used as a bed for animals.

  Example Sentence: The horse’s bedding was changed to keep it clean and dry.

Etymology

Origin: From the word 'bed' with the suffix '-ing' indicating the act of bedding down or the materials associated with a bed.

Synonyms

Common Phrases and Expressions

• make the bed: To arrange the bedding neatly on a bed.
• bed and breakfast: An establishment offering lodging and breakfast.
• get out of bed on the wrong side: To start the day in a bad mood.

Translations

• Spanish: ropa de cama

• French: literie

• German: Bettwäsche

• Russian: постельное белье

Related Words

• bed: A piece of furniture for sleeping on.

• mattress: A large, rectangular pad for supporting the reclining body.

• pillow: A cushion used to support the head while sleeping.

Slang Meanings of bedding

• Meaning: Bed

  Example Sentence: We crashed at his place, just used his bedding.

• Meaning: To bed down

  Example Sentence: After the long hike, we decided to bedding down under the stars.