bassinet

[ˈbæsɪnət]

bassinet Definition

a small bed for a baby, often with a hood over one end.

Using bassinet: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "bassinet" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The baby is sleeping in her bassinet.

  • Example

    The bassinet is made of wicker.

  • Example

    The parents bought a new bassinet for their newborn.

  • Example

    The hospital provides bassinets for the babies.

bassinet Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for bassinet

Phrases with bassinet

  • moses basket

    a type of bassinet made from woven palm leaves or straw

    Example

    The baby slept soundly in her moses basket.

  • a bassinet that can be rocked back and forth to soothe the baby

    Example

    The mother gently rocked the baby in the rocking bassinet.

  • a portable bassinet that can be easily carried while traveling

    Example

    The family brought a travel bassinet on their camping trip.

Origins of bassinet

from Old French 'bassine', meaning 'a shallow container'

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Summary: bassinet in Brief

A 'bassinet' [ˈbæsɪnət] is a small bed for a baby, often with a hood over one end. It is typically made of wicker and used for newborns. Variations include the 'moses basket,' made from woven palm leaves or straw, the 'rocking bassinet,' which can be rocked back and forth to soothe the baby, and the 'travel bassinet,' a portable option for traveling.