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Definition

A person who prefers to date people significantly younger than themselves.

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Origins

Refers to the idea of snatching someone from a cradle, i.e. they are very young.

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See Also

  • lecher
  • pedophile
  • sugar daddy
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How People Actually Use It

Someone who has relationships with much younger partners, comparing it to taking a baby from its cradle because they're so much younger in comparison.

""Bridget, your boyfriend is 40 years your junior! You're going to be called a cradle snatcher if you're not careful.""

Source: Urban Dictionary