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cradling

American

[kreyd-l-ing] / ˈkreɪd l ɪŋ /

noun

framework for supporting a coved or vaulted ceiling.

cradling British

/ ˈkreɪdlɪŋ /

noun

architect a framework of iron or wood, esp as used in the construction of a ceiling

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Etymology

Origin of cradling

First recorded in 1810–20; cradle + -ing ¹

Example Sentences

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They focus on motherhood and love, with rounded forms cradling one another and calling to mind the work of Henry Moore.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 14, 2026

Trump's spokeswoman -- who is best known for her acid put-downs of journalists -- posted a picture of herself in a nursery, cradling her baby daughter to her chest.

From Barron's • May 7, 2026

Varley is cradling the child and McGowan-Fazakerley said: "It's going to be the hardest thing… we've got each other."

From BBC • May 6, 2026

Roberts, 40, could be seen cradling her baby bump in front of a Christmas tree in a photo gallery shared on Instagram.

From BBC • Dec. 26, 2025

I kneeled in front of it, still cradling Ayanna, and looked at High John.

From "Tristan Strong Punches a Hole in the Sky" by Kwame Mbalia

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