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Cradled Meaning in English

word · lemma: cradle

ˈkɹeɪdəɫ
KRAY-duld
kɹˈeɪdəld
KRAY-duhld

释义

Held something gently and protectively, often in the arms like a baby. Can also describe holding something carefully to support or comfort it.

用法与细微差别

Usually used in emotional or gentle contexts—cradling babies, heads, or delicate objects. Implies both support and tenderness. Formal/literary tone; less common in daily speech than 'hold' or 'carry'.

例句

She cradled the sleeping baby in her arms.

basic

He cradled the phone while talking.

basic

The cat was cradled by the child.

basic

She gently cradled his head after he got hurt.

natural

He cradled the fragile vase so it wouldn't break.

natural

The mountains seemed to be cradled by the mist at sunrise.

natural