Waterbed Definition–noun | a bed having a liquid-filled rubber or plastic mattress in a rigid, often heated, waterproof frame, and providing a surface that conforms to the sleeper's body in any position. | |
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Mattress Definition–noun | 1. | a large pad for supporting the reclining body, used as or on a bed, consisting of a quilted or similarly fastened case, usually of heavy cloth, that contains hair, straw, cotton, foam rubber, etc., or a framework of metal springs. | | 3. | a mat woven of brush, poles, or similar material, used to prevent erosion of the surface of dikes, jetties, embankments, dams, etc. | | 4. | a layer of concrete placed on bare ground, as to provide a footing; mat. | | 5. | a layer of any material used to cushion, protect, reinforce, or the like. | |
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Furniture Today - Found Dec. 18, 2008
Built Somma Mattress into an industry leader David Perry -- Furniture Today, December 18, 2008 LOS ANGELES — Waterbed pioneer Angie Echevarria, who ...
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Extended Benefits Are a Lifeline for Many Unemployed
Hendersonville Times News - Found Dec. 22, 2008
... wakes up most mornings flat on his back on the ground because the air mattress he now sleeps on, after his waterbed sprang a leak earlier this...
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Extended Benefits Are a Lifeline for Many Unemployed
Lakeland Ledger - Found Dec. 21, 2008
... wakes up most mornings flat on his back on the ground because the air mattress he now sleeps on, after his waterbed sprang a leak earlier this...
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Extended Benefits Are a Lifeline for Many Unemployed
Tuscaloosa News - Found Dec. 21, 2008
... wakes up most mornings flat on his back on the ground because the air mattress he now sleeps on, after his waterbed sprang a leak earlier this...
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Extended Benefits Are a Lifeline for Many Unemployed
Gainesville Sun - Found Dec. 21, 2008
... wakes up most mornings flat on his back on the ground because the air mattress he now sleeps on, after his waterbed sprang a leak earlier this...
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Extended Benefits Are a Lifeline for Many Unemployed
Star News Online - Found Dec. 21, 2008
... wakes up most mornings flat on his back on the ground because the air mattress he now sleeps on, after his waterbed sprang a leak earlier this...
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Making a Crib Safe for Your Baby
MyFox New York - Found Dec. 17, 2008
... baby to sleep on a bed, waterbed, sofa or soft mattress. Babies can suffocate on them. Be sure your baby's crib has a firm mattress that fits...
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Jonesboro Reports Two Infant Deaths in One Week
Kait 8 - Found Dec. 5, 2008
He also warns parents not to put their babies in bed with them. Always use a mattress designed for a crib. Never put your infant on a waterbed.
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CPS: Kids in adult beds kills more than drowning
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