FUTON - Definition & Meaning for Kids

Simple definitions and word synonyms for kids.

Part of speech: Noun

mattress consisting of a pad of cotton batting that is used for sleeping on the floor or on a raised frame

Categories: Mattress

The word "futon" comes from Middle Chinese 蒲團, which was borrowed from Japanese 布団. Many other languages have similar words:

Children naturally create grammatical rules, showing language is hardwired in human brains.