Lullaby

Pronunciation

• IPA: /ˈlÊŒlÉ™baɪ/

Origin

From Middle English lullen ("to lull") + bye. First recorded circa 1560.

Full definition of lullaby

Noun

1. A soothing song to lull children to sleep.

Synonyms

• berceuse
• cradle song

Related terms

• hushaby
• lull