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cradleA base unit for a portable or removable device. For example, PDAs and digital cameras often come with cradles that are plugged into the wall outlet for battery charging and cabled to the computer for data transfer. Cradles, in conjunction with accompanying software that must be installed in the computer, may automatically upload the data from the device when placed in the cradle. See HDD cradle. cradle 1. a frame, rest, or trolley made to support or transport a piece of equipment, aircraft, ship, etc. 2. a platform, cage, or trolley, in which workmen are suspended on the side of a building or ship 3. a holder connected to a computer allowing data to be transferred from a PDA, digital camera, etc. 4. another name for creeper 5. a framework used to prevent the bedclothes from touching a sensitive part of an injured person |
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