cocoon
Translation
cocoon, protective covering
Examples
The caterpillar spun a silk cocoon.
The caterpillar spun a silk cocoon.
He stayed in his cozy cocoon at home.
He stayed in his cosy cocoon at home.
Grammar Patterns
a/the cocoon ((of sth.)) a protective covering The caterpillar spun a silk cocoon.
Similar Words
Synonyms: sheath, shell, case, covering
Etymology
From French 'cocon', from 'coque' meaning 'shell', referring to a protective covering.
Memory Tips
Picture a caterpillar wrapped up safely inside its cocoon before it becomes a butterfly.