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
There is also a new yoga pavilion near the river, while another platform offers space for wellness talks and experiences, such as the blissful Sacred Nap Ritual, during which a wellness mentor guides participants through a story while guests are blissfully cradled in silk hammocks.
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Samantha Leal, Travel + Leisure, 31 Aug. 2025
Hike the hardwood hammocks on nature trails, visit the Marathon Wild Bird Center, and tour a historic home.
—Tara Massouleh McCay, Southern Living, 27 Aug. 2025
Accommodations feature floor-to-ceiling windows and two-person hammocks on open-air verandas (four suites have private pools).
—Devorah Lev-Tov, AFAR Media, 26 Aug. 2025
The luxury beach club and restaurant is known for its panoramic terrace overlooking the sea, teak hammocks and Balinese beds, as well as their menu, which of course, features fresh lobster.
—Angel Saunders, People.com, 25 Aug. 2025
The North Face is famous for its tents, hammocks and blankets that are designed for intense campers.
—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, 12 Aug. 2025
Samantha Leal, Travel + Leisure, 31 Aug. 2025
Hike the hardwood hammocks on nature trails, visit the Marathon Wild Bird Center, and tour a historic home.
—Tara Massouleh McCay, Southern Living, 27 Aug. 2025
Accommodations feature floor-to-ceiling windows and two-person hammocks on open-air verandas (four suites have private pools).
—Devorah Lev-Tov, AFAR Media, 26 Aug. 2025
The luxury beach club and restaurant is known for its panoramic terrace overlooking the sea, teak hammocks and Balinese beds, as well as their menu, which of course, features fresh lobster.
—Angel Saunders, People.com, 25 Aug. 2025
The North Face is famous for its tents, hammocks and blankets that are designed for intense campers.
—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, 12 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for hammocks
Noun
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The large lobby-level bar is dotted with couches and an open fireplace.—
Heather Richardson,
Travel + Leisure,
6 Sep. 2025
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The delegations held talks on board, sitting on two rows of pink couches, photos showed.—
Jessie Yeung,
CNN Money,
1 Sep. 2025
Noun
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All Joybird sofas are made-to-order.—
Rachel Wallace,
Architectural Digest,
3 Sep. 2025
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Men sleeping head-to-toe on a crowded floor, exhausted detainees blocking out fluorescent lights with face masks, and dozens of people using cardboard boxes as mattresses.—
Isabelle Chapman,
CNN Money,
8 Sep. 2025
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Inside, 88 unique rooms with vintage furnishings and original art whisk guests back in time—with the addition of modern comforts like plush mattresses and crisp linens, of course.—
Cu Fleshman,
Travel + Leisure,
7 Sep. 2025
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“Hammocks.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hammocks. Accessed 9 Sep. 2025.
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