bedspring

[ bed-spring ]

noun

1. a set of springs for the support of a mattress.

Word History and Origins

Origin of bedspring¹

First recorded in 1910–15; bed + spring

Example Sentences

Our differing opinions didn’t seem to change the outcome: Wes was able to convey his choice by having the sound of creaking bedsprings over a shot outside Krementz’s bedroom door.

From New York Times

I could hear RiRi laughing and the rhythmic thump of bedsprings as someone jumped.

From Literature

When Max sat back down, the bedsprings whined.

From The New Yorker

The bedsprings creaked violently as she got up.

From Literature

I don’t care how many seniors are loosening their bedsprings every night; something is missing.

From The New Yorker