as in couches
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 hammocks
Many hammocks are physically large enough to hold more than one person (or a person and a pet), but the straps may not be durable enough to keep everyone safely suspended.
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Taylor Fox, Travel + Leisure, 3 Nov. 2025
Sleeping in hammocks above the jungle floor to avoid venomous insect bites.
—Kit Bernardi, USA Today, 14 Oct. 2025
Common areas like the on-site library, pool, and terrace with attractive cotton hammocks invite visitors to settle in and relax.
—Sarah Buder, AFAR Media, 8 Oct. 2025
In partnership with Leave No Trace, Martin County offers the tours for free, helping visitors discover the natural beauty of the coastline’s mangroves, estuaries, hammocks, and trails.
—Kelsey Glennon, Southern Living, 3 Oct. 2025
The grounds are especially magical in fall—gardens alive with late-season blooms, hammocks beneath golden canopies, sweeping views of both Lake Huron and Lake Michigan.
—Christine Chitnis, Vogue, 24 Sep. 2025
With a scarf, ingenuity, and gumption, Breinberg had scored higher than the people who’d used fire, dry needling, hammocks, and cups.
—Sarah Larson, New Yorker, 8 Sep. 2025
Great for multi-cat households, this cat tree has three beds at the top, scratching posts throughout, three hammocks built in and multiple hiding spots.
—Christopher Murray
May Earn A Commission If You Buy Through Our Referral Links. This Content Was Created By A Team That Works Independently From The Fox Newsroom., FOXNews.com, 3 Sep. 2025
Taylor Fox, Travel + Leisure, 3 Nov. 2025
Sleeping in hammocks above the jungle floor to avoid venomous insect bites.
—Kit Bernardi, USA Today, 14 Oct. 2025
Common areas like the on-site library, pool, and terrace with attractive cotton hammocks invite visitors to settle in and relax.
—Sarah Buder, AFAR Media, 8 Oct. 2025
In partnership with Leave No Trace, Martin County offers the tours for free, helping visitors discover the natural beauty of the coastline’s mangroves, estuaries, hammocks, and trails.
—Kelsey Glennon, Southern Living, 3 Oct. 2025
The grounds are especially magical in fall—gardens alive with late-season blooms, hammocks beneath golden canopies, sweeping views of both Lake Huron and Lake Michigan.
—Christine Chitnis, Vogue, 24 Sep. 2025
With a scarf, ingenuity, and gumption, Breinberg had scored higher than the people who’d used fire, dry needling, hammocks, and cups.
—Sarah Larson, New Yorker, 8 Sep. 2025
Great for multi-cat households, this cat tree has three beds at the top, scratching posts throughout, three hammocks built in and multiple hiding spots.
—Christopher Murray
May Earn A Commission If You Buy Through Our Referral Links. This Content Was Created By A Team That Works Independently From The Fox Newsroom., FOXNews.com, 3 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for hammocks
Noun
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The seating options are delightfully varied — from comfy couches to high-back chairs.—
Kathryn Streeter,
USA Today,
24 Oct. 2025
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The space has been decorated with powder pink rugs; stonewashed walls and mustard couches.—
Hikmat Mohammed,
Footwear News,
23 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Forward, the bow is adorned with two sofas that serve as a welcome lounge.—
Rachel Cormack,
Robb Report,
27 Oct. 2025
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Accommodations include deep soaking tubs, oversize beds, huge walk-in closets for storing bulky winter items, and sofas that convert to an extra bed for families or small groups.—
Adam H. Graham,
AFAR Media,
14 Oct. 2025
Noun
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The deputy was seen on video struggling through makeshift barricades of mattresses and furniture before confronting Camacho, who was holding the boy in a chokehold with one hand while brandishing a knife in the other.—
Bonny Chu,
FOXNews.com,
3 Nov. 2025
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Cabins come kitted out with plush mattresses, in-floor heating, gourmet kitchens, and yoga mats for daily practice.—
Lisa Kadane,
Travel + Leisure,
2 Nov. 2025
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“Hammocks.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hammocks. Accessed 9 Nov. 2025.
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