
释义
v. 悉心呵护;娇惯
to give someone excessive care, comfort, and protection
例句
They cosset their elderly dog with blankets and treats.
他们给年老的狗盖毯子、喂零食,把它照顾得无微不至。
Parents who cosset their children may unintentionally limit opportunities for them to develop independence and cope with everyday challenges.
过分呵护孩子的父母可能无意中限制孩子培养独立性及应对日常挑战的机会。
常用搭配
- cosset a child | 娇惯孩子
- a cosseted upbringing | 备受呵护的成长经历
- cosseted guests | 受到悉心照料的客人
近义
- pamper
- coddle
- spoil
反义
- neglect
用法提示
及物动词,常暗示照顾过度;名词用法已罕见。
常见问题
- cosset 是什么意思?
- v. 悉心呵护;娇惯
- cosset 怎么发音?
- 英音 /ˈkɒsɪt/,美音 /ˈkɑːsɪt/。点击页面上方的发音按钮可以试听。