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Definition of lullaby

lullaby

/ˈlʌl.ə.baɪ/
lul · la · by
Plural:lullabies
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Past Simple:lullabied
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Past Participle:lullabied
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Present Participle:lullabying
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lullaby Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

A quiet, gentle song or musical piece sung or played to soothe a baby or young child to sleep.

Example

"The mother hummed a familiar lullaby as she rocked her newborn in the nursery."

2

Any soothing, rhythmic sound that induces relaxation or sleep.

Example

"The steady patter of rain against the windowpane served as a natural lullaby for the weary travelers."

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• verb

1

To sing to or soothe with a gentle song or calming sound in order to induce sleep.

Example

"The gentle ocean waves lullabied the passengers to sleep in their cabins."

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• Nearby Words

lukewarmly
lukewarmness
lull
lullaby
lulo
lulonga
lulu

Word Origin & Etymology

First recorded in late Middle English, the word combines the imitative verb 'lull' (meaning to soothe with soft sounds) with 'by' or 'good-bye', a traditional comforting refrain sung to help infants fall asleep.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Lullaby. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/lullaby
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