cocoons 1 of 2

noun

Definition of cocoonsnext
plural of cocoon
1
as in sheaths
something that encloses another thing especially to protect it he retired to the cocoon of his study whenever he'd had enough of the company

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2
as in buffers
something that serves as a protective barrier as the TV had been packed in a cocoon of Styrofoam, it arrived in one piece

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cocoons

2 of 2

verb

present tense third-person singular of cocoon
as in wraps
to surround or cover closely cocooned in puffy down parkas, we braved the bitter cold as best we could

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  1. pods
  2. pads
  3. fenders
Noun
  • And multifamily spas have gone well beyond the tiny spas of old to incorporate the latest spa technology, from touchless treatment options to zero-gravity flotation pods, wearable wellness devices and infrared and LED light therapies.
    Jeffrey Steele, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
  • The vitality pool boasts six specialized hydrotherapy pods overlooking the Gulf of Mexico.
    Katie Kelly Bell, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
Definition of pods
Noun
  • Consider knee and elbow pads to prevent nasty fractures and scrapes, too.
    Ryan Murphy, The Indianapolis Star, 24 Dec. 2024
  • Two on-site restaurants and two pools (one for adults only, another with splash pads for kids), offer just enough under one roof to plan a full weekend around your park visit.
    Paula Conway, Forbes, 20 Dec. 2024
Definition of pads
Noun
  • Dock lines and fenders should be replaced or added.
    Ryan Macasero, The Mercury News, 26 Dec. 2024
  • New fenders are more angular and the rear tailgate and taillights look more futuristic.
    Gordon G. Chang, Newsweek, 11 Dec. 2024
Definition of fenders
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cocooning

cocoons

cocotte

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