studio couch

noun

1. an upholstered couch, usually without a back, convertible into a double bed by sliding a bed frame out from beneath it and covering the frame with the mattress that forms the upper thickness of the upholstery.

studio couch

noun

1. an upholstered couch, usually backless, convertible into a double bed

Word History and Origins

Origin of studio couch¹

An Americanism dating back to 1935–40

Example Sentences

As Jenkins and I sat on the little studio couch, Britell played an early sketch for the opening of “The Underground Railroad.”

From New York Times

He traded the iron bed for a studio couch.

From Literature

So as she sat on a studio couch and wrote a response to fans who had wondered online about her evolving appearance, Ms. Geiger showed a draft to her musical family.

From New York Times

Don't be 'cause nearly all your great players prefer the TV studio couch than the training ground.

From BBC

Likewise, a challenge to make lunch for the member of JLS lurking on the studio couch includes lingering shots of a certain retailer's fresh food aisle.

From The Guardian