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
Guests frequently highlight amenities such as pedal bikes and hammocks, which help elevate the experience beyond a standard campsite.
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Lauren Dana Ellman, Travel + Leisure, 15 May 2026
Now living at The Wildcat Sanctuary in Minnesota, Rio spends her days enjoying hammocks, enrichment, sunny platforms, and the peaceful retirement every wild cat deserves.
—Wcco Staff, CBS News, 12 May 2026
Designs can even include cat trees and kitty hammocks.
—Colleen Sullivan, Better Homes & Gardens, 11 May 2026
Nearby, explore Anastasia State Park, a 1600-acre property brimming with wildlife, stunning beaches, maritime hammocks, and tidal marshes.
—Lisa A. Beach, Southern Living, 10 May 2026
The vast acres of open space, along with poolside games and hammocks next to the fireplace, all cater the space as a great resort for traveling families.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 May 2026
Two ponds where guests can catch and release fish are surrounded by meditation areas and hammocks.
—Joseph Hernandez, Kansas City Star, 14 Apr. 2026
Haulover Cut has already fragmented into an unrecognizable jumble of marsh and hammocks behind Kiawah Island.
—Literary Hub, 10 Apr. 2026
The clubhouses were outfitted with merch stands, bars, restrooms, DJs, livestreams of panels, Royal Blue vending machines and vibrating hammocks.
—Ana Gutierrez, Austin American Statesman, 20 Mar. 2026
Lauren Dana Ellman, Travel + Leisure, 15 May 2026
Now living at The Wildcat Sanctuary in Minnesota, Rio spends her days enjoying hammocks, enrichment, sunny platforms, and the peaceful retirement every wild cat deserves.
—Wcco Staff, CBS News, 12 May 2026
Designs can even include cat trees and kitty hammocks.
—Colleen Sullivan, Better Homes & Gardens, 11 May 2026
Nearby, explore Anastasia State Park, a 1600-acre property brimming with wildlife, stunning beaches, maritime hammocks, and tidal marshes.
—Lisa A. Beach, Southern Living, 10 May 2026
The vast acres of open space, along with poolside games and hammocks next to the fireplace, all cater the space as a great resort for traveling families.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 May 2026
Two ponds where guests can catch and release fish are surrounded by meditation areas and hammocks.
—Joseph Hernandez, Kansas City Star, 14 Apr. 2026
Haulover Cut has already fragmented into an unrecognizable jumble of marsh and hammocks behind Kiawah Island.
—Literary Hub, 10 Apr. 2026
The clubhouses were outfitted with merch stands, bars, restrooms, DJs, livestreams of panels, Royal Blue vending machines and vibrating hammocks.
—Ana Gutierrez, Austin American Statesman, 20 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for hammocks
Noun
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Mattresses, rugs, carpets, and upholstered couches and chairs are also reservoirs for allergens.—
Jennifer Prince,
Southern Living,
16 May 2026
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The building exudes club-like vibes of dark wood and brown leather couches.—
Michael Goldstein,
Forbes.com,
15 May 2026
Noun
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Wayfair is packed with outdoor furniture sets that include dining tables for alfresco dinners, sofas for lounging, and comfy chairs for reading.—
Shea Simmons,
PEOPLE,
9 May 2026
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Salon Sofa Curved sofas are always on trend, but more so than ever this year.—
Helena Madden,
Martha Stewart,
23 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Patterson reports mattresses, coolers, even a scooter, have been scooped up by the Interceptor on Ballona Creek.—
Scotty Reiss,
Forbes.com,
14 May 2026
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Rochlin has twice moved out and twice had to replace absorbent items like mattresses.—
Aarne Heikkila,
NBC news,
14 May 2026
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“Hammocks.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hammocks. Accessed 21 May. 2026.
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