cocoon
[kəˈkuːn]
1
cocoon
noun
- a covering usually made of silk which some insects (such as caterpillars) make around themselves to protect them while they grow
- something that covers or protects a person or thing
2
cocoon
verb
- to cover or protect (someone or something) completely—usually used as (be) cocooned
- to spend time at home instead of going out for other activities
