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hammock

noun

Definition of hammock

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 Find a shady spot, hang a hammock, and give yourself permission to slow down for an hour. — Jamie Cuccinelli, Martha Stewart, 20 July 2026 There are gorgeous swaths of untouched beaches, as well as dune, lagoon, pine flatland, salt marsh, and hammock habitats to explore. — Tara Massouleh McCay, Southern Living, 19 July 2026 Around the family, people shared takeout dinners, swung on hammocks and chattered. — Tess Kenny, Chicago Tribune, 18 July 2026 Tent sites include fire pits, hammocks, propane grills, and dreamy string lights. — Tree Meinch, Midwest Living, 11 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for hammock

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Noun

Grace Gonzalez sat across from me on a matching couch during Tales of the Cocktail.

— Noel Burgess, Forbes.com, 28 July 2026
The usual dingy couch and worn coffee table have been replaced by a full-on suite, complete with a skylight, piano, coffee, bar, and a walk-in shower.

— Charisma Madarang, Rolling Stone, 25 July 2026

Definition of couch

Noun

The living room is situated next to the entrance and contains a sofa and an electric fireplace, with space for a TV to be installed.

— Adam Williams July 27, New Atlas, 27 July 2026
For lounging at home, the best sets should seamlessly transition from relaxing on the sofa to cozy nights in bed.

— Caley Sturgill, Southern Living, 26 July 2026

Definition of sofa

Noun

This durable twin mattress has internal air coils for support and a pillow rest at one end.

— BestReviews, Mercury News, 28 July 2026
In a messy, mattress-on-the-floor room with a Swans poster, actress Ivy Wolk doesn’t spot enough books for an incel, and Courtney Love agrees.

— Adriane Quinlan, Curbed, 28 July 2026

Definition of mattress

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