What does bassinet mean?
Bassinet means A newborn baby's bed, traditionally woven with reeds or straw; a (wicker) cradle..
Bassinet
/ˌbæsɪˈnɛt/ · noun
Meaning
A newborn baby's bed, traditionally woven with reeds or straw; a (wicker) cradle..
Definitions by Sense
- A newborn baby's bed, traditionally woven with reeds or straw; a (wicker) cradle.
- Alternative form of bascinet.
Example Sentences
The next day, the baby sleeps in a bassinet near my bed.
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.
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.
Synonyms for bassinet
Antonyms for bassinet
Related Words
Word Forms
- bassinets
- bassinette
Usage Notes
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How do you use bassinet in a sentence?
The next day, the baby sleeps in a bassinet near my bed.
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