Definitions

1. noun

a state of quiet sleep or inactivity, especially a brief period of calm or quiet in an otherwise turbulent or noisy situation.

“The sound of the waves created a soothing lull that helped her fall asleep.”

2. verb

to make or cause to sleep or become quiet and still, often briefly.

“The mother’s gentle humming began to lull the baby to sleep.”

3. verb

to make or become quiet and still, often briefly.

“The sound of the rain began to lull the city to silence.”