Definitions
There are 10 meanings of the word
Cradling.
Cradling - as a noun
A baby bed with sides and rockers
Where something originated or was nurtured in its early existence
Example: "The birthplace of civilization"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
birthplaceplace of originprovenanceprovenienceBirth of a person
Example: "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
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
rockerCradling - as a verb
Hold gently and carefully
Example: "He cradles the child in his arms"
Bring up from infancy
Hold or place in or as if in a cradle
Example: "He cradled the infant in his arms"
Cut grain with a cradle scythe
Wash in a cradle
Example: "Cradle gold"
Run with the stick
Example Sentences
"She sat in the rocking chair, cradling her newborn baby."
"The mother's gentle cradling helped calm her crying infant."
"The old man slept peacefully, cradling his beloved guitar."
"The actress walked down the red carpet, cradling her Oscar trophy."
"The hiker found a peaceful spot by the river, cradling a cup of hot tea."
Word Game Points
Is CRADLING a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, cradling is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
CRADLING has a SCRABBLE points total of 12.
Is CRADLING a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, cradling is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordCRADLING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 16.
Is CRADLING a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, cradling is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordCRADLING has a WORDFEUD points total of 14.
