Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
lully
verb
/ˈlʌli/
Definition
A term often used to describe a gentle lullaby or soothing sound, intended to calm someone or help them to sleep.
Examples
- The mother gently sang a lully to her baby to help him drift off to sleep.
- The soft rustling of the leaves created a lully that eased her anxiety.
- He played a lully on the guitar to calm the restless children.
Meaning
To lull means to calm or send to sleep, typically through soothing sounds or gentle actions. The word ‘lully’ evokes a sense of peace and tranquility, often associated with lullabies sung to children.
Synonyms
- soothe
- calm
- quiet
- lullaby
