cradle
Pronunciation: [ˈkreɪdəl]
Word
Context: "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.
Example
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.
Example
Do you think the baby will fit in the cradle?
Context: "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.
Example
She cradled the kitten in her arms to keep it warm.
Example
He didn't cradle the fragile glass; he dropped it by accident.
Example
Can you cradle the puppy carefully when you pick it up?
Context: "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.
Example
The engineer cradled the delicate machinery while installing it.
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He didn’t cradle the electronics properly, so they got damaged.
Example
Are you going to cradle the lamp when you move it?
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