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What Does Cocoon Mean?

Verb

  • To wrap something up safely like a baby insect in its cocoon.
  • To stay safe and hidden inside something.

Noun

  • A soft, silky cover made by some baby insects to keep them safe while they grow.
  • Anything that protects something inside, like a cozy blanket.

Cocoon — Full Explanation

A cocoon is a soft cover that some insects, like caterpillars, wrap around themselves. Inside the cocoon, they change into something new, like a butterfly.

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Cocoon Meaning in Other Languages

hindi
कोकून (Kokoon)

Kokoon

कोकून (Kokoon)

Kokoon

गुब्बारा (Gubbara)

Gubbara

kannada
ಕೋಕು (Koku)

Koku

ಕೋಕು (Koku)

Koku

ಕೋಶ (Kosha)

Kosha

bengali
কোকন (cocoon)

kokon

কোকন (kokon)

kokon

গুটি (guti)

guti

spanish
cocoon

ko-kun

cajita

ka-hee-ta

capullo

ka-poo-yo

Frequently Asked Questions About Cocoon

What does 'cocoon' mean?
A cocoon is a protective covering that some insects, like caterpillars, make around themselves while they change into butterflies.
How do you pronounce 'cocoon'?
You say 'cocoon' like this: kuh-KOON.
What is the origin of the word 'cocoon'?
The word 'cocoon' comes from the French word 'cocon', which means 'a small shell'.
What is the meaning of 'cocoon' in Hindi?
The word 'cocoon' in Hindi is 'कोकून' (Kokūn).