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cocoon

verb as in protect with covering

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He’s so invested in how to envelop theatergoers in a protective antiviral cocoon that he spent a fortune bringing to his 2,200-seat London Palladium devices from South Korea that emit antibacterial mist as ticket holders pass through them.

In the event of an accident, a 360-degree cocoon airbag deploys to completely encompass both the seat and its occupant for maximum protection.

In addition to the handy kangaroo pocket, a fabric flap folds over the sleeve opening to make little cocoons for your hands.

Their egg cases, or cocoons, are so small that they can easily hitch a ride on a hiker’s or gardener’s shoe, or can be transported in mulch, compost or shared plants.

Those cores are otherwise hard to study hidden in their thick, gassy cocoons.

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On this page you'll find 12 synonyms, antonyms, and words related to cocoon, such as: swaddle, swathe, cushion, encase, envelop, and insulate.

From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.

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