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cocoon

/kəˈkuːn/

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noun

شرنقة

The silky protective case spun by the larvae of some insects in which they metamorphose, the pupa.

Examples :

"The butterfly emerged from its cocoon, ready to fly. "

خرجت الفراشة من شرنقتها، وهي مستعدة للطيران.

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noun

شرنقة

Any similar protective case, whether real or metaphorical.

Examples :

"The student's carefully crafted presentation was a cocoon of confidence, shielding her from any doubts. "

كان العرض التقديمي للطالبة المصمم بعناية شرنقة من الثقة، تحميها من أي شكوك.

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verb

شرنق

To envelop in a protective case

Examples :

"The gardener cocooned the young plants in burlap sacks to protect them from the frost. "

شرنق البستاني النباتات الصغيرة في أكياس الخيش لحمايتها من الصقيع.

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verb

تشرنق

To withdraw into such a case.

Examples :

"Feeling overwhelmed by the project, Sarah cocooned herself in her study for hours. "

شعرت سارة بالإرهاق من المشروع، فانسحبت إلى مكتبها لساعات.

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