trundle bed

noun

1. truckle bed.

trundle bed

noun

1. See truckle bed
   a less common word for truckle bed

Word History and Origins

Origin of trundle bed¹

First recorded in 1535–45

Example Sentences

In the morning, we lay sprawled out in her trundle bed, reflecting on how we envisioned our reunion.

From The Daily Beast

A trundle-bed before the fire was occupied by a very old woman, who was feebly moaning with rheumatism.

From Project Gutenberg

He came to the side of the trundle-bed and pulled at the bedding near Margaret's shoulder for some time before he woke.

From Project Gutenberg

When I became conscious, I was lying under blankets upon a trundle-bed, within the four walls of a very small room.

From Project Gutenberg

I sat on my trundle bed a-thinking and—God forgive me—admiring my own lofty and romantic purpose.

From Project Gutenberg

The Continental Captain was lying on his trundle-bed, but got up and sent two men to harness Kaya to our waggon.

From Project Gutenberg

Related Words

• bunk
• cot
• rack