Cot dream meaning is explained below using 4 different sources. Each interpretation is shown with its source.

Interpretation 1 — Stearn Robinson - Tom Corbett

You are in for a period of beneficial changes if you dreamed of sleeping on a cot, unless the cot broke under you, in which case you are being alerted to a possible sudden letdown by someone on whom you rely.
Source: The Complete Guide to Interpreting Your Dreams Author: Stearn Robinson - Tom Corbett

Interpretation 2 — Gustavus Hindman Miller

To dream of a cot, foretells some affliction, either through sickness or accident. Cots in rows signify you will not be alone in trouble, as friends will be afflicted also.
Source: Ten Thousand Dream Interpretation Author: Gustavus Hindman Miller

Interpretation 3 — Margaret Hamilton

A temporary situation of difficult circumstances, i.E. One who is totally helpless, sick, etc., Lies helpless on a stretcher or cot
Source: Dream Dictionary Unlimited Author: Margaret Hamilton

Interpretation 4 — Dream Explanations - Anonymous

Dreams of sleeping on a cot represents a bare-bones approach to nurturing and -care.
Source: Strangest Dream Explanations Author: Dream Explanations - Anonymous