mattress

/ˈmætɹɪs/noun

A large soft pad for lying and sleeping on, usually filled with springs and cushioning material and covered in fabric.

Example sentences

“A firm mattress is better for my back than a soft one.”
“We bought a new mattress because the old one was full of lumps.”

Often misspelled 'matress': keep the double t.

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