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Cradle
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spjälsäng, barnsäng
a small bed or bassinet designed for infants and young babies, typically made of wood or wicker, and equipped with rockers or gliders to help soothe and lull the baby to sleep
What is a "cradle"?
A cradle is a small bed or sleeping apparatus specifically designed for infants. It features a gentle rocking or swinging motion, providing a soothing and comforting experience for the baby. Cradles often have a secure and enclosed design, offering a cozy and safe sleeping environment. They are typically made from sturdy materials and equipped with a mattress, allowing for comfortable rest and sleep for the baby.
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dockningsstation, hållare
the part of a telephone where the handset or receiver can be put and be charged while not being used
03
vagga, ursprung
where something originated or was nurtured in its early existence
04
gunga, guldgunga
a trough that can be rocked back and forth; used by gold miners to shake auriferous earth in water in order to separate the gold
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vagga, livets vagg
birth of a person
to cradle
01
gungar, hålla i armarna
to hold someone or something in one's arms or hands gently and carefully
Transitive: to cradle sb/sth
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gungar, vagga
to rock the stick back and forth to keep the lacrosse ball secure in the pocket while running
Transitive: to cradle a lacrosse ball
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vagga, skölja
to wash soil or materials containing gold or other valuable minerals using a type of sluice box that helps separate the precious material from dirt
Transitive: to cradle dirt
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skörda, slå
to harvest or cut grain using a special tool called a cradle scythe
Transitive: to cradle a crop
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vagga, stötta försiktigt
o carefully lift, support, or move something as if on a cradle
Transitive: to cradle sth
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gungar, uppfostra
to care for, nurture, and raise someone or something from a very early stage
Transitive: to cradle sb/sth
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vagga, föda
to be the birthplace or starting point of something significant
Transitive: to cradle a movement or development
cradle
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Exempel
The technician cradled the fragile equipment in a protective cradle during transport.
She gently swayed the cradle, soothing the baby with a rhythmic motion.
The caretaker rocked the cradle to help the infant fall into a peaceful slumber.
The cradle rocked back and forth, lulling the baby to sleep.
People said he had robbed the cradle.
