Cockles Meaning in English
word · lemma: cockle
释义
A cockle is a small, edible shellfish with a rounded shell, commonly found on sandy beaches. The word is also used in expressions like 'it warms the cockles of my heart', meaning it makes someone feel happy or comforted.
用法与细微差别
'Cockles' primarily refers to the shellfish and is most common in British English, especially in food contexts. The phrase 'the cockles of my heart' is somewhat old-fashioned and mostly appears in poetic or friendly expressions. Don't confuse with 'cockle' meaning a type of weed, which is rare. Not often used in American English.
例句
We found some cockles on the beach.
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Cockles are often eaten with vinegar.
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My grandmother loves to collect cockles shells.
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Nothing warms the cockles of my heart like a cozy meal.
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Did you try the cockles at the seafood market? They’re fresh today!
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The sight of waves and cockles reminds me of childhood holidays.
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