Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
crib
noun
/krɪb/
Definition
A crib is a small bed for a baby or young child, typically enclosed on all sides.
Examples
- She placed the baby in the crib for a nap.
- The toddler eagerly climbed into his crib, ready to sleep.
- They converted the old wooden crate into a makeshift crib for the newborn.
Meaning
Crib can also refer to a small, confined space for keeping or storing something, often associated with a place for children to sleep.
Synonyms
- bassinet
- cot
- bed
- cribbage (in a different context)
