Hammock

/ˈhæmək/ noun

Definition

A hanging bed made of fabric or net, suspended between two trees or posts, often used for relaxing or sleeping outdoors.

Etymology

From Spanish 'hamaca,' which comes from Taíno (a Caribbean Indigenous language) 'hamaka.' Spanish conquistadors learned about hammocks from Caribbean peoples and brought the word and invention back to Europe.

Kelly Says

Hammocks are one of history's best cultural exchanges—Caribbean Taíno people invented them as the perfect way to sleep in a tropical climate while avoiding ground pests, and the Spanish brought them to the world where they're now universal!

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