featherbed(noun, verb) noun1. a mattress stuffed with feathersDefinition categories: man–made, mattress verb1. treat with excessive indulgenceSimilar word(s): baby, cocker, coddle, cosset, indulge, mollycoddle, pamper, spoilDefinition categories: social, handle, treat2. hire more workers than are necessaryDefinition categories: communication, employ, engage, hire