a piece of furniture for sleep or rest, typically a framework with a mattress

a large double bed

she was in bed by nine

I'm ready for bed

getting out of bed is a real struggle

the bottom of the sea or a lake or river

the gravelly bed of the stream

an area of ground, typically in a garden, where flowers and plants are grown

the lawns are flanked by rose beds

a bed of tulips

a stratum or layer of rock

a bed of clay

a layer of food on which other foods are served

the salad is served on a bed of raw spinach

a flat base or foundation on which something rests or is supported

place each paver on a bed of concrete

fix firmly; embed

the posts should be firmly bedded in concrete

have sex with

I am quite picky when it comes to bedding someone

Bachelor of Education

settle down to sleep or rest for the night in an improvised place

you can bed down in the shed