noun🔗Share고치The silky protective case spun by the larvae of some insects in which they metamorphose, the pupa."The butterfly emerged from its cocoon, ready to fly. "나비는 날 준비를 하고 고치에서 나왔다.animalinsectbiologynatureChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun🔗Share고치Any similar protective case, whether real or metaphorical."The student's carefully crafted presentation was a cocoon of confidence, shielding her from any doubts. "학생이 신중하게 만든 발표는 자신감의 고치였고, 어떤 의심으로부터도 그녀를 보호했습니다.natureanimalbiologyChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verb🔗Share고치를 만들다, 감싸다To envelop in a protective case"The gardener cocooned the young plants in burlap sacks to protect them from the frost. "정원사는 어린 식물들을 서리로부터 보호하기 위해 삼베 자루로 감쌌다.organismanimalinsectnaturebiologyChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verb🔗Share고치로 만들다To withdraw into such a case."Feeling overwhelmed by the project, Sarah cocooned herself in her study for hours. "프로젝트에 압도된 느낌을 받은 사라는 몇 시간 동안 서재에 틀어박혔다.natureanimalbiologyinsectenvironmentChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading