Featherbed Meaning

There are 3 meaning(s) for word Featherbed

Meaning 1 : a mattress stuffed with feathers

    Synonyms : feather bed
Meaning 2 : treat with excessive indulgence

    Synonyms : baby,  cocker,  coddle,  cosset,  indulge,  mollycoddle,  pamper,  spoil
Meaning 3 : hire more workers than are necessary