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Plural for a small bed for an infant
“He could see their child, sleeping soundly in her cradle at the foot of the bed.”
Plural for a place or process in which something originates or flourishes
“Glasgow might be the perceived cradle of cutting-edge art, but Edinburgh is no longer the staid sister it once was.”
Plural for the place of one's origin
“Have you ever wondered which country represents the cradle of your heritage?”
Plural for a structure or framework, especially one used to carry or support objects or people
“Sounds of voices barking instructions competed with the rattle of chains as the boat and cradle were lowered down the slipway.”
Plural for a container designed to hold or protect something
Plural for a place that fosters or nurtures the development or growth of something
Plural for a place or component that is central to something
Plural for the time during which one is a child, from between infancy and puberty
Plural for a container used to hold or carry things
Plural for a place where people meet in secret, typically to engage in an illicit activity
Plural for a locality or habitat where something is found in natural abundance, and also where it typically thrives
(figuratively) Plural for a plentiful source of supply
Plural for infant-holding device that gently rocks a baby to sleep
To hold or prop up, especially gently or protectively
“She would cradle his head in her arms, rocking it against her chest.”
To embrace or hold someone or something tightly in one's arms
To move (a baby or young child) up and down in a playful or affectionate way
To look after or take special care of
To wrap or cover closely
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