Correct spelling for the English word "Cammock" is [kˈamək], [kˈamək], [k_ˈa_m_ə_k] (IPA phonetic alphabet).
Cammock is a noun that refers to a small, rustic, and often improvised bed or sleeping area. It typically consists of a simple structure or frame made of wood or similar materials, with a piece of fabric or woven material stretched across it to serve as a makeshift mattress. Cammocks are commonly found in less developed or remote areas where traditional bedding or furniture may be scarce.
These structures are sometimes used as makeshift sleeping arrangements during outdoor activities such as camping or hiking, particularly when camping equipment is limited. They are also common in some rural communities where resources are scarce or in regions with traditional or indigenous cultural practices.
Cammocks can vary greatly in size, shape, and design depending on the available resources and preferences of the individuals using them. They are often simple and portable, allowing them to be easily set up and taken down as needed.
The term "cammock" is derived from the combination of the words "camp" and "hammock." This reflects the nature of the structure, which is somewhat similar to a hammock but typically used on land rather than suspended between two trees or posts. The term is less commonly used in comparison to the word "hammock," which generally refers to a similar structure but is more well-known and widely used.
The plant rest-harrow-so called from the length and toughness of its roots, by which the harrow is arrested.
Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.