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- [kreyd-l-ing]
- /ˈkreɪd l ɪŋ/
- /ˈkreɪ.dl̩/
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- US Pronunciation
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- [kreyd-l-ing]
- /ˈkreɪd l ɪŋ/
Definitions of cradling word
- noun cradling a framework of iron or wood, esp as used in the construction of a ceiling 3
- noun cradling a small bed for an infant, usually on rockers. 1
- noun cradling any of various supports for objects set horizontally, as the support for the handset of a telephone. 1
- noun cradling the place where anything is nurtured during its early existence: Boston was the cradle of the American Revolution. 1
- noun cradling Agriculture. a frame of wood with a row of long curved teeth projecting above and parallel to a scythe, for laying grain in bunches as it is cut. a scythe together with the cradle in which it is set. 1
- noun cradling a wire or wicker basket used to hold a wine bottle in a more or less horizontal position while the wine is being served. 1
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Origin of cradling
First appearance:
before 1810 One of the 40% newest English words
First recorded in 1810-20; cradle + -ing1
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Parts of speech for Cradling
noun
adjective
verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation
cradling popularity
A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 79% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.
According to our data about 50% of words is more used. This is a rare but used term. It occurs in the pages of specialized literature and in the speech of educated people.
cradling usage trend in Literature
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