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Definition of sunbed

sunbed

/ˈsʌn.bɛd/
sun · bed
Plural:sunbeds
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sunbed Lexical Profile

sunbed Game Scores & Validity

• noun

1

British An apparatus equipped with ultraviolet lamps designed to produce an artificial suntan while a person lies on or inside it.

Example

"Dermatologists frequently warn patients about the health risks of using a sunbed to get a tan before going on holiday."

2

British A lightweight, reclining outdoor chair or bed used for sunbathing by a swimming pool, on a patio, or at the beach.

Example

"She spent the entire afternoon reading her novel on a shaded sunbed beside the hotel pool."

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Word Nuance & Usage

In British English, 'sunbed' commonly refers to either an indoor ultraviolet tanning bed or an outdoor poolside lounger, whereas North American speakers almost exclusively use 'tanning bed' for the indoor device and 'lounge chair' or 'chaise longue' for the outdoor furniture.

• Nearby Words

sunbather
sunbeam
sunbeam snake
sunbed
sunbelt
sunbird
sunbittern

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Sunbed. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/sunbed
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