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Murphy bed

noun

Definition of Murphy bed

: a bed that may be folded or swung into a closet

First Known Use of Murphy bed

1913, in the meaning defined above

History and Etymology for Murphy bed

William L. Murphy †1959 American inventor

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Murphy bed

noun

English Language Learners Definition of Murphy bed

US : a bed with a frame that can be folded into a space in a wall

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