Learn about the difference between the homophones: codling and coddling

Definitions

codling

Codling is a noun that refers to an immature apple.

Example

The codlings are still too small to be harvested.

Example

The tree was full of codlings.

coddling

Coddling is a verb that means to treat someone in an overprotective way, or to cook something gently and slowly in water below boiling point.

Example

She coddles her son too much, he needs to learn to be independent.

Example

The chef was coddling the eggs to make a perfect poached egg.

Tips To Remember the Differences

Here are a few tips to easily distinguish the difference between these words while keeping in mind the description we've provided:

To remember the difference between these two words, associate codling with 'immature apple' and coddling with 'overprotective treatment'.