as in couch
a type of bed that consists of a piece of cloth hung between two trees, poles, etc.
He was found napping on the hammock in the backyard when he was supposed to be doing yard work.
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Recent Examples of hammock
Swing by for bike rentals, bike repairs, and outdoor essentials (like sleeping bags, hammocks, and hiking boots), and then stay for a cold beer or two on the patio of the on-site Pisgah Tavern.
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Lydia Mansel, Travel + Leisure, 5 Feb. 2026
Last year's introduction of the Hangout 15 on-water hammock lounge was one recent addition, and the new Hangout Shade series Bote launched a few days ago becomes the latest.
—New Atlas, 4 Feb. 2026
On-site pickleball courts are already seeing action, and outdoor fire pits, hammocks, gardens, and a dog park can be found throughout the property’s 11 acres.
—Beth Luberecki, USA Today, 3 Feb. 2026
And for those wanting to spend some time in the shade, hammocks, which the pair picked up on a trip to Colombia, are hanging from the trees to create the ultimate outdoor escape.
—Michael Gioia, Architectural Digest, 23 Jan. 2026
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Lydia Mansel, Travel + Leisure, 5 Feb. 2026
Last year's introduction of the Hangout 15 on-water hammock lounge was one recent addition, and the new Hangout Shade series Bote launched a few days ago becomes the latest.
—New Atlas, 4 Feb. 2026
On-site pickleball courts are already seeing action, and outdoor fire pits, hammocks, gardens, and a dog park can be found throughout the property’s 11 acres.
—Beth Luberecki, USA Today, 3 Feb. 2026
And for those wanting to spend some time in the shade, hammocks, which the pair picked up on a trip to Colombia, are hanging from the trees to create the ultimate outdoor escape.
—Michael Gioia, Architectural Digest, 23 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for hammock
Noun
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The fabric drapes for a put-together look equally suitable for lounging on a couch, sitting on a plane, running errands, or having brunch with friends.—
Paige Bennett,
Better Homes & Gardens,
16 Feb. 2026
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In February 2024, Hutson shared a Valentine’s Day Instagram post of himself cuddled up with the actress on the couch.—
Mitchell Peters,
Billboard,
15 Feb. 2026
Noun
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But then the drapes caught and then the sofa.—
Amanda Gerut,
Fortune,
14 Feb. 2026
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This sofa table has dual storage space with a top shelf for displaying decor, adding lamps, or placing common items, and a lower level for baskets, blankets, and other large items.—
Shea Simmons,
Southern Living,
13 Feb. 2026
Noun
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Plans include transitioning to eco-conscious mattresses and bedding, sourcing in-room products—such as soaps and linens—from local makers and sustainable brands, and working with specialist landscapers to preserve native plants and reduce water use.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
20 Feb. 2026
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For the rest of the year in that apartment, my mattress was on the floor, the frame’s ribs balanced around it.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
20 Feb. 2026
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“Hammock.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hammock. Accessed 21 Feb. 2026.
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