Bassinet
WordNet
noun
(1) A basket (usually hooded) used as a baby's bed
(2) A perambulator that resembles a bassinet
WiktionaryText
English
Etymology
From , a doubled diminutive of , influenced by
Noun
- A newborn baby's bed, typically made of woven reeds or straw.
- A bascinet.
- 1786, Francis Grose, A Treatise on Ancient Armour and Weapons, page 11
- Bassinets were worn in the reigns of Edward II. and III. and Richard II. by most of the English Infantry, as may be repeatedly seen in the Rolls of Parliament, and other public records.
- 1786, Francis Grose, A Treatise on Ancient Armour and Weapons, page 11