cotton wool


Definition: Meaning of, cotton wool in English to English dictionary.

Pronunciation: / ˈkɒt(ə)n wʊl /

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  1. a soft mass of cotton that you use especially for cleaning and protecting wounds
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  2. wrap somebody (up) in cotton wool to protect someone completely from the dangers, difficulties etc of life
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