lullaby

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Contents 1 English 1.1 Etymology 1.2 Pronunciation 1.3 Noun 1.3.1 Synonyms 1.3.2 Related terms 1.3.3 Translations

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[edit] Etymology

From Middle English lullen, to lull + bye. First recorded circa 1560.

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lullaby (plural lullabies)

1. A soothing song to lull children to sleep.

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• berceuse
• cradle song

[edit] Related terms

• hushaby
• lull

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