co
ddle
Third Person
coddles
Present Participle
coddling
Past Tense
coddled
Past Participle
coddled
1
to overly pamper or indulge someone
- She coddles her pet dog, giving him treats and belly rubs whenever he whines.
- He coddled his children when they were young, always giving in to their demands.
- The mother is coddling her sick child, bringing them soup and blankets.
- While on vacation, they were coddling themselves with massages and room service.
- Tomorrow, I will coddle myself with a relaxing bath and a good book after a long day at work.
2
to cook something gently in water just below boiling point
- She likes to coddle her eggs by simmering them in water for a few minutes until the whites are just set.
- The chef will coddle the vegetables in broth to bring out their natural flavors without overcooking them.
- When making custard, it's important to coddle the mixture over low heat to avoid curdling.
- The chef is currently coddling the seafood in a flavorful court bouillon.
- They have coddled the custard mixture over low heat to prevent curdling.