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matress


Meanings
  • noun

    A large piece of furniture for sleeping, typically consisting of a quilted or upholstered case, supporting a mattress, which contains a soft material, such as cotton or foam.


Rhymes
Words rhyming with matress
mattresses , caresses , addresses , professes , cesses
Variants
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mattress , mattresses , mattress pad , air mattress , air mattresses
Etymology
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From Old French matre, matras, a mattress, from the Latin mater, mother, because in ancient times a mattress was made from the skins of animals, which were considered the 'mother' of the bed.


Trivia
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  1. The largest mattress ever made was 108 feet long and 102 feet wide, enough to sleep 80 people.

  2. In ancient Egypt, mattresses were made from papyrus or palm leaves, which were soaked in water and then spread out to dry and soften.

  3. In medieval Europe, mattresses were filled with straw or hay, which was then covered with quilts or furs for insulation and comfort.


Related Concepts
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  1. bed: A mattress is a key component of a bed, which also includes bed frames, bedding, and pillows.

  2. mattress protector: A mattress protector is a cover that goes over a mattress to protect it from stains, spills, and other damage.


Culture
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In literature, a mattress can symbolize comfort, luxury, or even a sign of wealth or status. In art, it can be used as a metaphor for the human body or as a prop in still life paintings. In music, the term 'mattress' is not commonly used.

How to Memorize "matress"

  1. visualize

    - Imagine a large, comfortable piece of furniture with a quilted or upholstered cover and a soft mattress inside. Visualize yourself lying down on it and feeling the softness and support.

  2. associate

    - Associate the word 'mattress' with the idea of a comfortable place to sleep. Think about how it feels to sink into a soft mattress and how it supports your body.

  3. mnemonics

    - Use the acronym 'My Big Comfy Sleeping Thing' to remember the meaning of mattress. M - Mattress, B - Big, C - Comfy, S - Sleeping, T - Thing.


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