Associations to the word «Mattress»

Wiktionary

MATTRESS, noun. A pad on which a person can recline and sleep, usually having an inner section of coiled springs covered with foam or other cushioning material then enclosed with cloth fabric.
MATTRESS, noun. A form of retaining wall used to support foundations or an embankment
MATTRESS ITCH, noun. Grain itch
MATTRESS PAD, noun. A mattress protector.
MATTRESS PROTECTOR, noun. An item of removable bedding that sits on top of or encases a mattress to provide protection to the mattress.
MATTRESS PROTECTORS, noun. Plural of mattress protector
MATTRESS TOPPER, noun. A mattress protector.

Dictionary definition

MATTRESS, noun. A large thick pad filled with resilient material and often incorporating coiled springs, used as a bed or part of a bed.

Wise words

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