Swaddling

Pronunciation: /ˈswædəl/

Swaddling (verb)

  1. To wrap a baby tightly in cloth to keep them warm and secure.

Examples

  • Parents often swaddle their baby to help them sleep better.
  • Parents swaddle their babies to help them feel secure.

Common collocations: gently swaddle, properly swaddle, easily swaddle

Synonyms of Swaddling

Formal

Neutral

Antonyms of Swaddling

  • — to undo or loosen something that is wrapped.
  • — to make something visible that is covered.