Bed/bed/ Definition 1 of 6Pro Tip 1/3Daily Routine Used to describe routine activities before sleep or after waking up. I read a book before bed every night. Pro Tip 2/3Resting Place Often synonymous with rest, relaxation or recovery from illness. She stayed in bed all weekend to recover from her cold. Pro Tip 3/3Illness Context Can imply someone is not just resting, but may be sick or unwell. He's been in bed with the flu for three days.