cocoon — a silky case spun by the larvae of many insects for protection during the pupal stage
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: a silky case spun by the larvae of many insects for protection during the pupal stage
Pronunciation (IPA): /kəˈkuːn/
Example Sentences
- The butterfly emerged from its cocoon looking absolutely fabulous, like it just got a makeover on a reality TV show.
- After graduation, she had to leave her cocoon of university life and face the real world.
- My grandmother's house was like a warm cocoon of cookies, hugs, and endless stories.
cocoon
NOUN[/kəˈkuːn/]
a silky case spun by the larvae of many insects for protection during the pupal stage
A soft, golden cocoon safely shelters a developing butterfly within a peaceful forest.
In the cocoon beneath the moon, a butterfly emerges soon!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From 17th-century French 'cocon', which came from Provençal 'coucoun' meaning eggshell or husk. Ultimately traces back to Latin 'coccum' meaning berry, referring to a small protective shell.
Breakdown
cocon (French root meaning protective shell/husk) + -oon (diminutive suffix suggesting something small and round)
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“The butterfly emerged from its cocoon looking absolutely fabulous, like it just got a makeover on a reality TV show.”
“After graduation, she had to leave her cocoon of university life and face the real world.”
“My grandmother's house was like a warm cocoon of cookies, hugs, and endless stories.”
“He cocooned himself in blankets and refused to leave his room after the embarrassing karaoke incident.”
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