2025年9月3日 星期三

lap, gondolier, waddle. in the lap of the gods. "Ducks walk with a waddle". To swaddle means to tightly wrap an infant in a blanket or cloth to restrict their movement, helping them sleep more soundly and reducing the startle reflex. The practice involves using a thin blanket to closely wrap the baby, leaving their head exposed. Why babies are swaddled Promotes sleep: Swaddling can help infants feel secure and relax, allowing them to sleep longer and more deeply. Reduces the startle reflex: The sudden jerking of limbs that can wake a baby is minimized by swaddling. Mimics the womb: The close wrapping can provide a sense of comfort and security, similar to the feeling of being in the womb. Safety considerations Hip dysplasia risk: Swaddling too tightly can put pressure on a baby's hips and legs, which may lead to hip problems. Overheating: Dressing the baby too warmly and using a thick swaddle can cause overheating. SIDS risk: It's crucial to ensure the swaddle doesn't become loose and cover the baby's face. Stop when ready to roll: Swaddling should be discontinued once a baby shows signs of trying to roll over. Swaddle Definition & Meaning | Britannica Dictionary swaddle /ˈswɑːdl̟/ verb. swaddles; swaddled; swaddling. swaddle. /ˈswɑːdl̟/ verb. swaddles; swaddled; swaddling. Britannica Dictiona... Britannica Swaddling Your Baby | Nemours KidsHealth Swaddling is a way to wrap your baby in a thin blanket. It helps some infants relax and sleep. It may also limit the startle refle... Kids Health Swaddling - Birth to Two Months - Nationwide Children's Hospital Swaddling (SWAD ling) is the close wrapping of an infant, usually with a light cloth, leaving the head exposed. It is done to help




Robocars are being put to the test on China's chaotic roads.


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CChina's Robocars Are Being Lapped By Their U.S. Competitors

“At that time Math son of Mathonwy could not live unless his feet were in the lap of a virgin, except when the turmoil of war prevented him.”
―from THE MABINOGION (c. 1350–1410)
The 11 stories of The Mabinogion, first assembled on paper in the fourteenth century, reach far back into the earlier oral traditions of Welsh poetry. Closely linked to the Arthurian legends–King Arthur himself is a character–they summon up a world of mystery and magic that is still evoked by the Welsh landscape they so vividly describe. Mingling fantasy with tales of chivalry, these stories not only prefigure the later medieval romances, but stand on their own as magnificent evocations of a golden age of Celtic civilization. This translation of The Mabinogion has, since its first appearance in 1949, been recognized as a classic in its own right. It was last revised by Gwyn Jones and his wife, Mair, in 1993. Preface by John Updike. READ more here: http://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/…/the-mabinogion-by-tran…/#


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Inside Europe | 02.08.2008 | 07:05
A visit to Venice’s Kosher Hotel

A Venetian hotel is now attempting to turn the tide to deliver special services for Jewish tourists.

The charm of Venice’s canals means a hotel room with a canal view is high on the list of priorities for visiting tourists. The sound of water lapping by the window or hearing the banter of gondoliers plying the city’s waterways will always have its romantic appeal. Yet for one group of visitors, Venice hasn’t always been so welcoming or charming.
Reporter Nancy Greenleese

Jewish Life in Chemnitz

The German city of Chemnitz in the state of Saxony has been making headlines recently as the birthplace of Germany's first Kosher beer. Called "Simcha," it was created by the brothers Lars-Ariel and Uwe Dziuballa. While the two Jewish restaurant owners are pleased with the sudden media interest, they are also disappointed that the issue of Jewish integration is of less public interest than beer. The brothers say that while beer might be normal to Germans, Jewish life is less so.






lap2
/lap/

verb
past tense: lapped; past participle: lapped
  1. 1.
    overtake (a competitor in a race) to become one or more laps ahead.

    "she lapped all of her rivals in the 3,000 metres"

    synonyms:overtakeoverhauloutstripoutdistance, leave behind, pass, go 
  2. 2.
    LITERARY
    wrap or enfold someone or something in (something soft).

    "he was lapped in blankets"

    synonyms:wrapswathecoverenvelopenfoldencasewindswaddletwistsurround
    "he was lapped in blankets"

lap (HIT GENTLY)
verb [I or T] -pp-
(of waves) to hit something gently, producing quiet sounds:
The water lapped against the side of the pool.
The waves gently lapped the shore.



in the lap of the gods

uk

used to say that a situation that cannot be controlled and dependsonly on good luck:

The doctors have done everything possible for him, so his recovery now is in the lap of the gods.

kosher

adjective 潔食的
1 (of food or places where food is sold etc.) prepared or kept in conditions that follow the rules of Jewish law:
kosher food/meat
a kosher restaurant/butcher/shop

2 INFORMAL HUMOROUS legal, able to be trusted and therefore good:
Their business activities aren't quite kosher.


gondolier

(gŏn'dl-îr') pronunciation
n. Nautical.
One who propels a gondola.
[French, from Italian gondoliere, from gondola, gondola. See gondola.]


A gòndola is a traditional Venetian sculling boat. Gondolas were for centuries the chief means of transportation within Venice and still have a role in public transport, serving as traghètti (ferries) over major canals.
Wikipedia article "Gondola".



I Overview
waddle/ˈwɒdl/
To "waddle" means to walk with short, unsteady steps, swaying from side to side, like a duck or a short-legged personThe word can also describe any similar, slow, rocking motion, such as a ship moving clumsily into port. 
Here are a few ways to understand the meaning of "waddle":
  • As a verb:
    It describes the act of walking in a waddling way, such as "He waddled down the hallway" or "The penguins waddled over the ice".
  • WADDLE Definition & Meaning - Merriam-Webster
    3 days ago — 1. : to walk with short steps swinging the forepart of the body from side to side. 2. : to move clumsily in a manner sug...
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  • WADDLE Definition & Meaning - Dictionary.com
    to walk with short steps, swaying or rocking from side to side, as a duck. to move in any similar, slow, rocking manner; wobble. T...




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