American English pronunciation

How to pronounce hammock

IPA transcription: ['hæmək]

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Noun

  • a small natural hill

  • a hanging bed of canvas or rope netting (usually suspended between two trees); swings easily

Usage examples

  • A nature trail was constructed in the hammock area by the Youth Conservation Corps.
  • "Rise, rise, wake up, get your hammock ready".
  • Emmy does not turn him in when questioned by Hammock, but nevertheless leaves Georges.
  • Elmer lies down in his hammock and falls fast asleep, muttering to himself.
  • In the east, the species breeds in maritime hammocks and scrub communities.