cradle

[US]/ˈkreɪdl/
[UK]/ˈkreɪdl/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n. a small bed for a baby, usually on rockers; a support on which a boat rests; the place where something begins or originates
vt. to hold gently or protectively; to place in or as if in a cradle

Phrases & Collocations

rock the cradle

cradle song

in the cradle

from the cradle

rob the cradle

Example Sentences

The baby slept peacefully in the cradle.

She gently rocked the cradle to soothe the crying baby.

The cradle was passed down from generation to generation in the family.

The cradle swung back and forth in a rhythmic motion.

The kitten curled up in the cradle for a nap.

He carefully assembled the cradle for the newborn baby.

The cradle was beautifully carved with intricate designs.

The mother sang a lullaby while rocking the cradle.

The cradle gently swayed in the breeze under the tree.

She placed the doll carefully in the cradle before tucking it in.

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