lullaby
/ˈlʌləbaɪ/
lullaby
English
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Definition
A cradlesong, a soothing song to calm children or lull them to sleep.
Etymology
From Middle English lullen (“to lull”) + bye. First recorded circa 1560. Compare Old English bī, bī (“lullaby!”, interjection).
Example Sentences
- "sing a lullaby"
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