cradling

Cra"dling (-dlng), n. 1. The act of using a cradle. 2. (Coopering) Defn: Cutting a cask into two pieces lengthwise, to enable it to pass a narrow place, the two parts being afterward united and rehooped. 3. (Carp.) Defn: The framework in arched or coved ceilings to which the laths are nailed. Knight.

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