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What is "Futon" - Definition & Explanation
Last Updated on: 10-Jun-2024 (1 year, 10 months, 27 days ago)
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Futon
A sofa frame featuring a large single cushion where the frame and cushion can be unfolded to use as a bed. The cushion itself is also called a futon and is sometimes used independently from a sofa frame.

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