cocoon meaning and definition

COCOON noun

Definition of cocoon (noun)

1. silky envelope spun by the larvae of many insects to protect pupas and by spiders to protect eggs

COCOON verb

Definition of cocoon (verb)

1. retreat as if into a cocoon, as from an unfriendly environment
   • "Families cocoon around the T.V. set most evenings"; "She loves to stay at home and cocoon"
2. wrap in or as if in a cocoon, as for protection