Meaning of the word "rob the cradle" in English
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rob the cradle
US /rɑb ðə ˈkreɪ.dəl/
UK /rɑb ðə ˈkreɪ.dəl/
Idiom
1.
to have a romantic relationship with someone who is much younger than oneself
Example:
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Some people might say he's robbing the cradle, but they seem very happy together.
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She's always been attracted to younger men, so she's known for robbing the cradle.
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