cocon

le cocon
A masculine noun is used with masculine articles and adjectives (e.g., l’homme, le soleil).
masculine noun
1.
A phrase used as a figure of speech or a word that is symbolic in meaning (e.g., to pull someone's leg).
(figurative)
(protective environment)
a. cocoon
A phrase used as a figure of speech or a word that is symbolic in meaning (e.g., to pull someone's leg).
(figurative)
Je me suis créé un cocon de coussins sur le canapé.I made myself a cushion cocoon on the couch.
a. cocoon
La chenille se cache dans son cocon pour se transformer.The caterpillar hides in its cocoon to transform.
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