mollycoddle

Verb

To treat someone with excessive care or indulgence, often resulting in their lack of independence or resilience.

ریشه

The word 'mollycoddle' is a combination of the name 'Molly' and the verb 'coddle', meaning 'to treat indulgently'.

مثال

• Helicopter parents often mollycoddle their children, hindering their ability to solve problems independently.
• Don't mollycoddle him; he needs to learn to take responsibility for his actions.
• Being mollycoddled throughout childhood can lead to a lack of self-confidence in adulthood.