cradle
Произношение: [ˈkreɪdəl]
Слово
Контекст: «baby care»
(noun) a cradle is a small bed for a baby. It rocks back and forth to help the baby sleep. Parents often use cradles to keep their little ones safe and comfortable.
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The baby slept peacefully in her cradle all night long.
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He didn't want to sleep in the cradle; he preferred his crib.
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Do you think the baby will fit in the cradle?
Контекст: «baby care»
(verb) to cradle means to hold something gently and protectively, like how you would hold a baby. You use your arms to make sure it feels safe and secure.
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She cradled the kitten in her arms to keep it warm.
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He didn't cradle the fragile glass; he dropped it by accident.
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Can you cradle the puppy carefully when you pick it up?
Контекст: «support»
(verb) to cradle can also mean to support something, like a device or object, in a way that keeps it safe. It’s like how you would hold something with care to keep it from falling.
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The engineer cradled the delicate machinery while installing it.
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He didn’t cradle the electronics properly, so they got damaged.
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Are you going to cradle the lamp when you move it?
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