Meaning & Definition of word "Cot"

Cot

/kɒt/

1. A small bed, often portable, that is typically used for infants or young children.
- Example: We set up the cot in the corner of the nursery for the baby to sleep in.
2. A lightweight, collapsible bed, often used for camping.
- Example: After a long day of hiking, I collapsed onto my cot under the stars.
3. A term used in some dialects to refer to a bed in general.
- Example: He was so tired that he just fell onto the cot and fell asleep immediately.

●Middle English 'cot', from Old Norse 'kot', meaning 'hut' or 'shelter'.

cot death:

The sudden, unexplained death of an infant, also known as Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS).

cot on the beach:

A casual folding bed used for relaxation at a beach.

crib:

A small bed with high sides for an infant.

bed:

A piece of furniture for sleep or rest.

Meaning: To sleep or rest.

● Example Sentence: I'm going to cot for a bit before the party.

Meaning: A temporary sleeping arrangement.

● Example Sentence: He was on a cot at his buddy's place after the concert.