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The Spanish language It comes from two main sources, Greek and Latin. However, it also draws on terms from other latitudes and, especially, from the indigenous languages ​​of America. When the latter occurs, we speak of an Americanism. This is the case of the word hammock, which comes from Laino, a now extinct language that was spoken in the Bahamas. As for its original meaning, hammock means "fish net".

Other words with the same origin are peanut, yucca, sweet potato, cayo and iguana. It should not be forgotten, on the other hand, that the deckchairs that are used on the beach for sunbathing are also called hammocks.

Hammock and hammock are synonymous

A hammock is a fabric usually made of strong thread, cotton, or plant fiber that is hung between two firm ends in order to provide rest. The materials and colors used are diverse and depend on the traditioncultural decade territory.

It is believed that Native American fishermen used this type of bed to rest momentarily during hard and long hours of work. This simple device is also known as a chinchorro, a Paraguayan hammock or a swing.

From the Caribbean to the rest of the world

The weather of the Caribbean islands and life at the air free from its inhabitants was the perfect combination for the invention of hammocks. According to some chronicles on the voyages of Columbus, among the first treasures that were brought from America were some of these unique beds. In a short time European sailors began to use them on the decks of their boats.

Today they are used in all corners of the world (on boats and yachts, on terraces and gardens and even inside the home).

It is a type of rest that is ideal for naps, for momentary relaxation accompanied by a book or to sleep outside when you don't have a bed and the weather is nice. The ability to swing on it makes it an ideal entertainment for children. kids. On the other hand, there are mobile hammocks whose purpose is to adapt to any space and circumstance.

Other types of bed

The canopy bed is the one that has a frame that is covered with curtains that allow the passage of light and at the same time provide greater privacy.

The round bed and the one shaped like heart They are designed for rest, but also for sexual practices.

There is also the Turkish bed, the double bed, the cabin bed, the folding or trundle bed, the trundle bed, the hospital bed, the crib, the king size, the Japanese futon, Scandinavian style, etc.

All of them have a triple dimension: facilitate rest, decorate the home and provide a comfortable place for privacy.

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