Bedpost

created by Webster 1913
(definition) by Webster 1913 (print) Tue Dec 21 1999 at 22:05:03

Bed"post` (?), n.

1.

One of the four standards that support a bedstead or the canopy over a bedstead.

2.

Anciently, a post or pin on each side of the bed to keep the clothes from falling off. See Bedstaff.

Brewer.

 

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