What is another word for sickbed?

Pronunciation: [sˈɪkbd] (IPA)

Sickbed refers to the bed of someone who is ill, often as a result of an accident or disease. Although it is a common term, there are several synonyms that can be used in place of sickbed. Some of the alternatives include hospital bed, infirmary bed, medical bed, recovery bed, convalescent bed, and ward bed. Each of these synonyms emphasizes different aspects of the patient's condition, such as the medical setting, the stage of recovery, or the presence of other patients. Choosing the right synonym can add nuance and specificity to your writing, enhancing its impact and clarity.

What are the hypernyms for Sickbed?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

What are the hyponyms for Sickbed?

Hyponyms are more specific words categorized under a broader term, known as a hypernym.
  • hyponyms for sickbed (as nouns)

    • artifact
      bed.

Usage examples for Sickbed

To the eyes in which its sickbed visits have dried the tears it must wear an aspect of heavenly pity and beauty; and I am very willing to believe that these are the eyes which see it aright.
"Roman Holidays and Others"
W. D. Howells
His only greeting was to point with the gold head of his long staff towards the peaked black hat, that never left his head, even beside the sickbed, and asked in a curt, hurried tone: "When will Meister Peter come home?"
"The Complete Historical Romances of Georg Ebers"
Georg Ebers
It used to be: "Muvver hey sent me to tell you at once, Mum, she isn't no better but a good deal worse, and the doctor hev ordered her some strong soup for to nourish her stren'th;" or "Mr. Scull's compliments, and might he hev the loan of some butter agin;" or "Mrs. Craddock wishes you, Mum, to read this letter which she hey written out of her sickbed, and every word of it is no more than the truth, as I can vouch for.
"The Devil's Garden"
W. B. Maxwell

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