"sleeperette" meaning in English

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Noun

Forms: sleeperettes [plural]
Etymology: From sleeper + -ette. Etymology templates: {{suffix|en|sleeper|ette}} sleeper + -ette Head templates: {{en-noun}} sleeperette (plural sleeperettes)
  1. (rail transport) A seat in a train compartment that converts into a simple bed. Categories (topical): Bedding, Furniture, Rail transportation Related terms: couchette

Inflected forms

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