Answer: cradled

AnswerCrossword Clue
CRADLEDHeld protectively, as an infant
CRADLEDHeld lovingly
CRADLEDHeld gently
CRADLEDNurtured in infancy.
CRADLEDHandled a lacrosse ball
CRADLEDHeld protectively
CRADLEDIn a baby bed
cradledto hold protectively
cradledbed for a baby, usu. on rockers
cradledCRADLE, to hold lovingly
cradledto place in a cradle