swaddle
Elementary (A2)
IPA: /ˈswɒd.əl/
KK: /ˈswɒdəl/
noun
Definition
A piece of cloth used to wrap a baby tightly to keep them warm and secure.
Example
The mother gently placed her baby in the swaddle to help him sleep better.
Conversation
I just got a new swaddle for the baby, and it's so soft!
That sounds nice! What color is it?
It's a pale blue with cute little stars on it.
Perfect! A good swaddle can really help with keeping them cozy.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
wrap
blanket
cloth
Antonyms
expose
uncover
release
transitive verb
Definition
To wrap a baby tightly in cloth to keep them warm and secure.
Example
The mother decided to swaddle her newborn to help him feel safe and comfortable.
Tense Forms
Past: swaddled
Past Participle: swaddled
Conversation
I saw a video on how to swaddle a baby properly.
Oh really? That sounds interesting!
Yeah, they say it helps the baby feel secure and calm when you swaddle them.
Root Explanation
Swaddle originates from Old English 'sweadwian', meaning to wrap or swathe. The word describes the act of wrapping a baby snugly in cloth.
Memory Tip
Imagine wrapping a baby tightly in cloth — that's what swaddling means, as it comes from the Old English word for wrapping.
Visually Confused Words
saddle
unswaddle
waddler
twaddle
staddle
skaddle
scaddle
saddler