cocoon

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英文释义

n. silky envelope spun by the larvae of many insects to protect pupas and by spiders to protect eggs
v. retreat as if into a cocoon, as from an unfriendly environment
v. wrap in or as if in a cocoon, as for protection

中文翻译

n. 茧
[医] 茧

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cocoon 源于法语，表示一种保护性的外壳，这个词没有明显的词根词缀分析，但可以联想到“包裹”的含义。

例句

1. The caterpillar spins a cocoon to protect itself while it transforms into a butterfly.
毛毛虫纺织一个茧来保护自己，同时变成蝴蝶。
2. She felt safe and comfortable in her cozy cocoon of blankets.
她在温暖舒适的毯子茧中感到安全和舒适。
3. The artist created a beautiful sculpture inspired by the shape of a cocoon.
这位艺术家创作了一件受茧形状启发的美丽雕塑。

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