davenport

• Substantiv mit zwei Bedeutungen: ein kleiner, oft verzierter Schreibtisch oder ein großes Sofa, das sich in der Regel zu einem Bett umbauen lässt.

A noun with two distinct meanings: a small, often decorative writing desk, or a large sofa that can typically be converted into a bed.

1. Writing deskB2formalamerican

   A small, often ornamental desk with drawers, used for writing.

   Sekretär

   • She kept her letters in the davenport in the study.
   • The antique davenport was a family heirloom.
   • He sat at the davenport to write his memoirs.

   Synonymebureaudeskescritoiresecretairewriting desk

2. Convertible sofaB1informalamerican

   A large, upholstered sofa that can be converted into a bed.

   Schlafsofa

   • We slept on the davenport in the living room.
   • The davenport folds out into a comfortable double bed.
   • They bought a new davenport for the guest room.

   Synonymesofa bed