Definition & Meaning of "crash pad"in English

What does "crash pad" mean in casual slang?

The structure combines "crash" (slang for sleeping) with "pad" (slang for a place to live), forming a compound noun for temporary or informal lodging. It is used to describe a place where someone temporarily stays or sleeps, often a friend's apartment, a couch, or a rented room used primarily for sleeping rather than full time living. People typically say "I need a crash pad for the night" or "He's staying at a crash pad near work" when referring to flexible, no frills accommodations.