[ˈkreɪdl], (Noun)

Definitions:
- a baby's bed or cot, typically one mounted on rockers
(e.g: the baby slept peacefully in its cradle)

- a framework on which a ship or boat rests during construction or repairs


Phrases:

Origin:
Old English cradol, of uncertain origin; perhaps related to German Kratte ‘basket’

[ˈkreɪdl], (Verb)

Definitions:
- hold gently and protectively
(e.g: she cradled his head in her arms)

- place (a phone receiver) in its cradle
(e.g: she cradled the receiver gently)


Phrases:

Origin:
Old English cradol, of uncertain origin; perhaps related to German Kratte ‘basket’