Uncradle
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech verb
Quick meaning: Uncradle is a verb meaning (transitive) To remove from a cradle.
Meaning
(transitive) To remove from a cradle.
Example Sentences
She worries about a phone call, whether to uncradle the receiver now, or to answer it when it rings.
It took me a few seconds to uncradle the heavy Motorola mike. I brought it to my mouth and answered, “915A,” pen hovering over my notepad.
Word Forms
- uncradles
- uncradling
- uncradled
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include uncrate, unclamp, unswaddle, unclew, unhandcuff, decrucify.
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