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coddle

UK/'kɒdl/US
TOEFLGREC2

Definitions

v.

To treat someone with excessive care and protection; to cook gently in water just below boiling point.

娇惯,溺爱;用文火慢煮

n.

An Irish dish of layered sausages, bacon, potatoes, and onions.

爱尔兰炖肉(香肠、培根、土豆和洋葱)

Root Breakdown

coddleother
=coddle

Example Sentences

  • 1.

    She coddled her son, never allowing him to face any challenges.

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