futon

noun

fu·​ton ˈfü-ˌtän 

plural futons also futon

: a usually cotton-filled mattress used on the floor or in a frame as a bed, couch, or chair

Examples of futon in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Picture two futons laid out next to each other—that's the size of the room (about 75-square-feet). — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 8 Oct. 2026

Right now, there are massive markdowns on cozy loveseats, cloud-like couches, futons, and sprawling sectionals for as little as $149. — Sian Babish, PEOPLE, 5 Sep. 2026

ReStore does not accept baby equipment, futons, unframed mirrors, or linoleum. — Ryan MacAsero, Mercury News, 30 July 2026

This includes furniture items like couches, futons, office chairs, small desks, and twin bed frames, and anything for a small space, Keen says. — Shagun Khare, The Spruce, 4 July 2026

Word History

Etymology

Japanese

First Known Use

1876, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for futon

• mouton

Kids Definition

futon

noun

ˈfü-ˌtän

plural futons also futon

: a usually cotton-filled mattress used on the floor or in a frame as a bed, couch, or chair

Etymology

Japanese