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Bedroll - Meaning, Definition & English Examples

A bedroll is a portable sleeping kit, typically consisting of a blanket or sleeping bag rolled up with a protective covering. It is used for camping or travel when a regular bed is unavailable.

bedroll

/ˈbɛdˌroʊl/ /ˈbɛdˌrəʊl/

Definition:

A portable roll of bedding used for sleeping outdoors or traveling.

Synonyms:

sleeping bag, bed mat, pallet

Part of Speech:

noun

Antonyms:

bedframe, mattress

Common Collocations:

pack a bedroll, unroll the bedroll, carry a bedroll

Derivatives:

bedrolls (plural)

Usage Tips:

Use "bedroll" to refer to rolled-up bedding for camping or travel, not fixed beds.

Common Phrases:

roll out the bedroll, tie the bedroll, stuff the bedroll

Etymology:

Derived from "bed" + "roll," first recorded in the early 19th century for portable bedding.

Examples:

  • 1. He packed his bedroll for the camping trip.
  • 2. The cowboy unrolled his bedroll under the stars.
  • 3. She forgot her bedroll and had to borrow one.
  • 4. A good bedroll keeps you warm at night.

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