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FEATHERBEDDED

(noun, verb)

Definitions

There are 3 meanings of the word Featherbedded.

Featherbedded - as a noun

A mattress stuffed with feathers

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
feather bed

Featherbedded - as a verb

Treat with excessive indulgence

Example: "Grandparents often pamper the children"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
babycockercoddlecossetindulgemollycoddlepamperspoil

Hire more workers than are necessary

Example Sentences

"He was accused of being featherbedded in his new job."
"The union argued that the workers were featherbedded and deserved their increased benefits."
"Management claimed that the outdated labor contract featherbedded unnecessary positions."
"The company needed to eliminate featherbedded jobs in order to increase efficiency."
"The government is cracking down on featherbedded public sector positions."
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Word Game Points

Is FEATHERBEDDED a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, featherbedded is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

FEATHERBEDDED has a SCRABBLE points total of 24.

Is FEATHERBEDDED a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, featherbedded is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
FEATHERBEDDED has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 24.

Is FEATHERBEDDED a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, featherbedded is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
FEATHERBEDDED has a WORDFEUD points total of 25.

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