Meanings
A protective structure in which insects develop, especially notable in moths and butterflies.
ایسی حفاظتی ساختار جس میں کیڑے خاص طور پر پتنگے اور تتلیاں نشونما پاتے ہیں۔
کاکون
cocoon
Common Collocations
- silk cocoon
- protective cocoon
- cocoon of safety
Example Sentences
The caterpillar spun a cocoon before turning into a butterfly.
تتلی بننے سے پہلے پتنگے نے کاکون بنا لیا۔
Titli banne se pehle patange ne cocoon bana liya.
Inside the cocoon, the insect undergoes transformation.
کاکون کے اندر کیڑا تبدیلی سے گزرتا ہے۔
Cocoon ke andar keeda tabdeeli se guzarta hai.
The silk from the cocoon is harvested for textile production.
کاکون سے حاصل کردہ ریشم کاکرتن کے لئے استعمال ہوتا ہے۔
Cocoon se hasil karda resham kaaratein ke liye istemal hota hai.
Easily Confused With
💡 Memory Tip
Cocoon sounds like 'cozy' which reminds you of the protective environment for insects.
Imagine a small caterpillar wrapped snugly in a silky cocoon.
📖 Etymology
Origin: French "cocon" — a pouch or case in which an insect develops
First known use: 18th century
The word entered English in the 18th century through French, reflecting the same meaning.