Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
cocooning
noun
/kəˈkuː.nɪŋ/
Definition
Cocooning refers to the practice of staying inside one’s home and avoiding social interaction, often for comfort or safety.
Examples
- During the winter months, many people enjoy cocooning with their favorite books and hot chocolate.
- After a long week at work, she found joy in cocooning on her couch with a good movie.
- With the pandemic, cocooning became a common way for families to bond while staying safe at home.
Meaning
The act of creating a snug, safe environment at home where individuals can relax and escape from the outside world.
Synonyms
- Hibernation
- Isolation
- Seclusion
- Retreat
