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coddle

英 ['kɒd(ə)l] 美
  • vt. 娇养;溺爱(等于mollycoddle);用文火煮

英英释意


1. treat with excessive indulgence;
"grandparents often pamper the children"
"Let's not mollycoddle our students!"
2. cook in nearly boiling water;
"coddle eggs"