Library / English Dictionary

    CRECHE

    Pronunciation (US): Play  (GB): Play

     I. (noun) 

    Sense 1

    Meaning:

    A hospital where foundlings (infant children of unknown parents) are taken in and cared forplay

    Synonyms:

    creche; foundling hospital

    Classified under:

    Nouns denoting man-made objects

    Hypernyms ("creche" is a kind of...):

    hospital; infirmary (a health facility where patients receive treatment)

    Sense 2

    Meaning:

    A representation of Christ's nativity in the stable at Bethlehemplay

    Classified under:

    Nouns denoting man-made objects

    Hypernyms ("creche" is a kind of...):

    representation (a creation that is a visual or tangible rendering of someone or something)

    Credits


    © 1991-2023 The Titi Tudorancea Bulletin | Titi Tudorancea® is a Registered Trademark | Terms of use and privacy policy
    Contact