The bed used by a newly married couple; the bed in which a marriage is consummated. Also figurative and in figurative contexts. Cf. marriage bed, n.

the bed used by a newly married couple; the bed in which a marriage is consummated; = nuptial bed n. at nuptial, adj. n.compounds.

The bed used by a married couple; (hence) the sexual relationship of a husband and wife. Frequently used in figurative context with reference to…

the bed used by a newly married couple; the bed in which a marriage is consummated.

attributive, as Hymen-bed, Hymen-wings.

Apparently an anglicization of thorus, med. spelling of Latin torus nuptial couch.

the marriage bed.

Of or relating to marriage, nuptial; (hence) relating to procreation. Also: (of an angel, god, or goddess) presiding over marriage or…

= nuptial bed n.

Phrases and locutions belonging to preceding senses. Qualified by an adjective or attributive noun, as narrow bed, the grave; wedlock bed = marriag…