Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
cacoon
noun
kəˈkuːn
Definition
A protective case or covering, often made by a caterpillar before it transforms into a butterfly.
Examples
- The caterpillar spun a silky cocoon around itself.
- After several weeks, the cocoon began to crack open.
- Many insects use cocoons as a safe place to undergo metamorphosis.
Meaning
A cocoon is primarily associated with the life cycle of insects, especially lepidopterans. It serves as a shelter during the larval stage.
Synonyms
- Chrysalis
- Covering
- Enclosure
