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
Sleeping in hammocks above the jungle floor to avoid venomous insect bites.
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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
Consider supportive pillows for improved sleep, durable tents, lightweight hammocks, and even complete kitchen sets.
—Rosie Marder, Travel + Leisure, 7 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
Harris perched like a dancer in her hammocks, tilting toward her model’s shoulders, a beatific expression on her face.
—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
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
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
Consider supportive pillows for improved sleep, durable tents, lightweight hammocks, and even complete kitchen sets.
—Rosie Marder, Travel + Leisure, 7 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
Harris perched like a dancer in her hammocks, tilting toward her model’s shoulders, a beatific expression on her face.
—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
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
Recent Examples of Synonyms for hammocks
Noun
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The twins sit on adjacent black couches in front of a TV.—
Eliana Dockterman,
Time,
16 Oct. 2025
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Others, however, aren’t as keen on the idea of taking less pay just to work from their couches.—
Ashley Lutz,
Fortune,
10 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Their sofas are relaxed but not slouchy, with beautiful wood bases and proportions that invite you to sink in.—
Elly Leavitt,
Vogue,
10 Oct. 2025
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Castlery Fall Collection includes other sofas and recliners to choose from.—
Omaid Homayun,
Forbes.com,
19 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Innerspring mattresses typically aren’t flexible enough for this bed frame type because of their encased coils.—
Nashia Baker,
Architectural Digest,
10 Oct. 2025
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Protect Bedding Use dust-proof covers to protect pillows, mattresses, and box springs.—
Karen Brewer Grossman,
Southern Living,
8 Oct. 2025
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“Hammocks.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hammocks. Accessed 19 Oct. 2025.
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