berceuse — meaning in English

English meaning

• berceuse noun A composition that resembles a lullaby, often in 6/8 time.
• lullaby noun A soft, soothing song sung to help a child fall asleep.

Senses

berceuse is used for these senses in English:

• berceuse (music) A composition that resembles a lullaby, often in 6/8 time.
• lullaby A cradlesong, a soothing song to calm children or lull them to sleep.

lullaby — full definition

1. noun A soft, soothing song sung to help a child fall asleep.
2. verb To sing a lullaby to someone.