Where does “bouncinette” come from?
bouncinette (English) comes from English bounce, from Middle English bunsen — to beat, thump.
bouncinette (English): A baby seat that gently bounces or rocks, often equipped with a safety harness to keep the baby secure
Definitions
- A baby seat that gently bounces or rocks, often equipped with a safety harness to keep the baby secure
Ancestry of “bouncinette”, step by step
bouncinette traces back through two separate lines of ancestry.
via English bounce
| Step | Language | Word | Meaning |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | English | bounce | To change the direction of motion after hitting... |
| 2 | Middle English | bunsen | to beat, thump |
via English bassinette
| Step | Language | Word | Meaning |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | English | bassinette | — |