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
Guests can enjoy a hot tub, hammock, fire pit, picnic area, and charming paths.
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Kristi Kellogg, Architectural Digest, 21 Oct. 2024
The ocean breeze sweeps in across my room's wraparound terrace, complete with a hammock and private plunge pool (a Hotel Mousai signature).
—Meagan Drillinger, Travel + Leisure, 1 Dec. 2024
Beyond the toasty springs, there is Kundalini yoga, sound healing, oracle card reading, along with time to chill in the hammocks, fire pits, private hot tubs, tennis courts, a pond, walking trail and much more.
—Andrew J. Campa, Los Angeles Times, 20 Oct. 2024
The poetic title, Afternoons of Solitude (Tardes de Soledad), might evoke tranquility and relaxation, maybe a few lazy hours in a hammock with a book.
—David Rooney, The Hollywood Reporter, 28 Sep. 2024
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Kristi Kellogg, Architectural Digest, 21 Oct. 2024
The ocean breeze sweeps in across my room's wraparound terrace, complete with a hammock and private plunge pool (a Hotel Mousai signature).
—Meagan Drillinger, Travel + Leisure, 1 Dec. 2024
Beyond the toasty springs, there is Kundalini yoga, sound healing, oracle card reading, along with time to chill in the hammocks, fire pits, private hot tubs, tennis courts, a pond, walking trail and much more.
—Andrew J. Campa, Los Angeles Times, 20 Oct. 2024
The poetic title, Afternoons of Solitude (Tardes de Soledad), might evoke tranquility and relaxation, maybe a few lazy hours in a hammock with a book.
—David Rooney, The Hollywood Reporter, 28 Sep. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for hammock
Noun
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There are comfortable couches, tables, and plenty of space for a mosh pit under the stage.Katya Soldak, Forbes, 14 Dec. 2024
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That’s when Grateful Gatherings stepped in and provided Coleman with a couch, bed frame and brand new mattress and bedding, a far cry from the ironing board Coleman used to lay his head on while living in a U-Haul shed.Sierra Lopez, The Mercury News, 13 Dec. 2024
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Gabriel sat on the sofa while Thornton, his back to Gabriel, worked at his desk.Daisy Hildyard, The New Yorker, 15 Dec. 2024
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Now cosy nights in on the sofa watching Christmas movies has never been chicer.Angela Lei, Forbes, 13 Dec. 2024
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The electronic hospital bed with the extra comfortable mattress and the trapeze bar needed a new home.Nicole Villalpando, Austin American-Statesman, 13 Dec. 2024
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That’s when Grateful Gatherings stepped in and provided Coleman with a couch, bed frame and brand new mattress and bedding, a far cry from the ironing board Coleman used to lay his head on while living in a U-Haul shed.Sierra Lopez, The Mercury News, 13 Dec. 2024
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“Hammock.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hammock. Accessed 23 Dec. 2024.
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