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swaddling

/ˈswɒd.lɪŋ/

/ˈswɑːd.lɪŋ/

swaddlingnoun

Translations

пеленание

Swaddling is an ancient practice used to calm infants.

Пеленание - это древняя практика, используемая для успокоения младенцев.

Definitions

Cloth or fabric used to wrap an infant tightly to restrict movement and provide warmth and security.

The nurse demonstrated how to use the swaddling to keep the baby calm and comfortable.

The practice of wrapping an infant tightly in cloths or blankets to restrict movement and provide warmth and security.

Swaddling can help newborns sleep longer by mimicking the snugness of the womb.

Synonyms

swaddlinggerund / present participle

/ˈswɒd.lɪŋ/

/ˈswɑːd.lɪŋ/

Used attributively as in ‘swaddling clothes’, so treat as present-participle adjective.

Definitions

Relating to or used for wrapping an infant snugly in cloth or blankets.

She bought a swaddling blanket made of soft organic cotton.

swaddleverb

swaddling

Gerund

swaddled

Past Simple

swaddled

Past Participle

swaddling

Gerund

/ˈswɒd.əl/

/ˈswɑː.dl̩/

Translations

пеленать

She gently swaddled the baby in a soft blanket.

Она нежно пеленала ребенка в мягкое одеяло.

Definitions

To wrap (someone, especially a baby) in garments or cloth to restrict movement.

The nurse showed the new parents how to swaddle their newborn to help him feel secure.

To envelop or surround something closely or protectively, as if wrapping it in cloth.

The cottage was swaddled in a thick layer of morning mist.

Synonyms

swaddlenoun

Definitions

A piece of cloth or blanket used to wrap an infant tightly.

The nurse showed the new parents how to use a swaddle to keep their baby comfortable and secure.

swaddleadjective

Definitions

Relating to or designed for swaddling an infant; used attributively before another noun.

She bought a swaddle blanket made of organic cotton.