phone cradle
Device resting spot
A phone cradle is a stand or dock that holds a phone in place, typically for charging, hands-free viewing, or car mounting.
The cradle cups or supports the device securely: She dropped her phone into the cradle on her nightstand.
In older usage, it referred to the base unit of a cordless phone where the handset rested when not in use.
- dockMooring structure at water's edge
- docking stationDevice connectivity hub
- chargerPower-restoring device or mount
- charging stationBattery replenishment facility
- wireless chargingContactless battery replenishment
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