Cradle Definition
cradle
- noun
- a baby bed with sides and rockers
- where something originated or was nurtured in its early existence; "the birthplace of civilization"
- birth of a person; "he was taught from the cradle never to cry"
- 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
- verb
- hold gently and carefully; "He cradles the child in his arms"
- bring up from infancy
- hold or place in or as if in a cradle; "He cradled the infant in his arms"
- cut grain with a cradle scythe
- wash in a cradle; "cradle gold"
- run with the stick
"Cradle" in song lyrics
See how cradle is used in real songs:
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"And glocks rocks your motherfuckin cradle"
(4th Disciple f/) Boom, Science — Wit Da Evilz -
"Cause I'll be damned if this be the hand that rocks the cradle"
Akinyele — I Luh Hur -
"Some offspring meet the doctor's saber and never the cradle"
Algorithm — Escalator
Words that rhyme with cradle
Usage tips for "cradle"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "cradle" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for cradle to find words that pair well.