1. to treat someone with excessive care or kindness, often in a way that may be harmful to their development
Usage: third person singular present tense of ‘coddle’
2. to cook something, especially eggs, gently in water below the boiling point
Usage: culinary term; third person singular present tense of ‘coddle’

Examples

• She coddles her teenage son and never makes him do chores.
• The grandmother coddles her grandchildren whenever they visit.
• He coddles the eggs in barely simmering water for exactly four minutes.
• The chef coddles the eggs to create the perfect soft texture.
• Parents who coddle their children may prevent them from becoming independent.
• She carefully coddles the delicate ingredients to preserve their flavor.