What does cosset mean?
Cosset means (transitive) To treat like a pet; to overly indulge..
Cosset
/ˈkɒsɪt/ · verb
Meaning
(transitive) To treat like a pet; to overly indulge..
Definitions by Sense
- (transitive) To treat like a pet; to overly indulge.
- (transitive) To fondle; to touch or stroke lovingly.
- (transitive, figurative) To benefit; to make life easy for.
- A pet, usually a pet lamb.
- Someone indulged or cosseted.
- Alternative form of cossid (“courier or messenger”).
Example Sentences
The car cossets its occupants in comfort.
The foam cossets your skin.
An independent oversight body is just setting up, but at full strength it will have a core team of just five. This is a state of affairs that cossets and enriches bailiffs at the expense of families who’ve fallen into debt.
Synonyms for cosset
Antonyms for cosset
Related Words
Word Forms
- cossets
- cosseting
- cossetting
- cosseted
- cossetted
Usage Notes
Choose a synonym only when it preserves the intended meaning, tone, and grammar of the full sentence.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for cosset?
Common synonyms include coddle, posset, caress, pet.
What is the opposite of cosset?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use cosset in a sentence?
The car cossets its occupants in comfort.
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