Definition

To put a diaper on someone, typically a baby or young child.

Example

She had to bediaper the baby before going out.

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Conversation

Hey, do you know how to bediaper a baby properly?

Yeah, it's pretty straightforward once you get the hang of it.

I just want to make sure I do it right when I babysit this weekend.

You'll be fine! Just remember to check the fit after you bediaper them.

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Root Explanation

This word originates from a combination of 'bed' (from Old English *bedd*, meaning a sleeping place) and 'diaper' (from Old French *diapre*, meaning a cloth with a pattern). A 'bediaper' refers to a cloth or covering used on a bed, often patterned or decorative.

Memory Tip

Think of a 'bed' as your sleeping place and 'diaper' as a patterned cloth — together, they help you remember that a bediaper is a decorative cloth for a bed.

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