Bassinet
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˌbæsɪˈnɛt/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Bassinet is a noun meaning A newborn baby's bed, traditionally woven with reeds or straw; a (wicker) cradle.
Meaning
A newborn baby's bed, traditionally woven with reeds or straw; a (wicker) cradle.
More Meanings
- Alternative form of bascinet.
Example Sentences
The next day, the baby sleeps in a bassinet near my bed.
Alleyne stood by the tiller, looking backwards, the fresh wind full in his teeth, the crisp winter air tingling on his face and blowing his yellow curls from under his bassinet.
Bassinets were worn in the reigns of Edward II. and III. and Richard II. by most of the English Infantry, as may be repeatedly seen in the Rolls of Parliament, and other public records.
Word Forms
- bassinets
- bassinette
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include cradle, bassinette, crib, stock, carrycot, portacrib.
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