bedside

American

[bed-sahyd] / ˈbɛdˌsaɪd /

noun

the side of a bed, especially as the place of one attending the sick.

adjective

at or for a bedside.

a bedside table.

bedside British

/ ˈbɛdˌsaɪd /

noun

1. the space by the side of a bed, esp of a sick person
2. ( as modifier )
  
  a bedside lamp
  a doctor's bedside manner

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Etymology

Origin of bedside

1325–75; Middle English; originally bed + 's ¹ + side ¹

Example Sentences

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His mother and brother had kept a vigil at his bedside in Cuba.

From Literature

He calls himself an AI optimist, citing numerous studies showing that artificial intelligence can help doctors treat patients more effectively and even to improve their bedside manners.

From Los Angeles Times

But she said her thoughts were also with the family of the third young man who are "sitting around his hospital bedside in Belfast".

From BBC

The researchers aim to develop a portable version that could be used at the bedside, in outpatient clinics, or in remote areas with limited medical resources.

From Science Daily

Harlow is curled on her side, a stack of books on the bedside table.

From Literature

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