Pronunciation: [bˈɛdɪd] (IPA) 
The word "bedded" is spelled with two "d's" at the end because of a phenomenon in English spelling known as the "doubling" of consonants after a short vowel sound. In IPA phonetic transcription, the word is spelled /ˈbɛdɪd/, with the stress on the first syllable and the vowel sound in the second syllable pronounced as a short "i". This word can be used as a past tense verb, such as "he bedded down for the night."
Bedded is a past participle of the verb "bed," which has multiple meanings depending on the context. One common definition of "bedded" refers to the action of placing, lying, or setting something or someone on a bed or similar surface. This can include individuals lying down or objects being positioned for rest or support. For instance, when a person goes to sleep at night, they are bedded, as they lay themselves on a bed for rest. Likewise, if someone places a pillow or blanket on a bed, they are bedding it.
Another meaning associated with "bedded" is the act of embedding or fitting something into a particular place or structure. This can involve things like securely placing a key into a lock or inserting a piece of furniture into a designated spot. It can also relate to the geological process of sedimentation, where layers of soil or rock are arranged and compacted over time, creating sedimentary rock formations that are often referred to as "bedded rock."
In summary, "bedded" typically relates to the process of placing individuals or objects on a bed or firmly embedding something into a specific place or structure.
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The word "bedded" is derived from the verb "bed", with the addition of the past tense suffix "-ed". The verb "bed" originated from the Old English word "beddian", which meant "to provide with a bed" or "to go to bed". This Old English word can be traced back to the Proto-Germanic word "badjam", meaning "sleeping place" or "bed". The etymology of "bed" beyond Proto-Germanic is uncertain, as it does not have a clear Indo-European origin. However, similar words exist in other Germanic languages like Dutch ("bed") and German ("Bett").
