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cra·dle

cradle

 
 
pronunciation:
kreI dl
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part of speech: noun
definition: A cradle is a small bed for a baby that can rock from side to side. Cradles are usually made out of wood. Cradles are not so common nowadays.
The mother rocked the baby's cradle with her foot while she sewed.
 
derivation: cradler (n.)
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