1. Plural of carrycot; portable beds or bassinets designed to carry infants, typically with handles and often detachable from a pram or stroller frame.
Usage: British English; North American equivalent is 'infant carrier' or 'car seat'; Common in baby care and parenting contexts

Examples

• The shop sells several different carrycots suitable for newborns.
• She placed the sleeping baby in one of the carrycots before leaving the house.
• Modern carrycots often come with safety straps and padded interiors.
• The carrycots can be easily attached to most standard pram frames.
• Parents appreciate carrycots for their portability and convenience.