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dandled

Meaning of “dandled”

Moved or played with fondly upon the knees.

Definition sources

KJV context and cross-referencesWebster 1828
1 occurrence1 verse1 bookKJV PCE

First occurrence: Isaiah 66:12

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Isaiah 66:12
For thus saith the Lord, Behold, I will extend peace to her like a river, and the glory of the Gentiles like a flowing stream: then shall ye suck, ye shall be borne upon her sides, and be dandled upon her knees.
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The 1611 reading & marginal notes
1611 witness · Isaiah 66:12 · retained source text

For thus sayth the LORD, Behold, I will extend peace to her like a riuer, and the glory of the Gentiles like a flowing streame: then shall ye sucke, ye shalbe borne vpon her sides, and be dandled vpon her knees.

1611 marginal noteIsai 49.22. and 60.4.

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Historical English dictionary sources

Historical definitions

Danced on the knee, or in the arms; fondled; amused by trifles or play.

Webster 1828 facsimile, volume 1, leaf 534