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    Algodón (en. Cotton)

    /alɣoˈðon/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    Natural fiber used to make fabrics and products.
    Cotton is the preferred material for making t-shirts.
    El algodón es el material preferido para hacer camisetas.
    Plant that produces cotton fiber.
    Cotton fields bloom in spring.
    Los campos de algodón florecen en primavera.
    Product obtained from the fiber, such as cotton wool.
    I bought cotton to make cotton candy.
    Compré algodón para hacer algodón de azúcar.

    Etymology

    From the Hispano-Arabic 'al-qutn', which comes from the classical Arabic 'quṭn'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    cotton candy
    A candy made from spun sugar that looks like cotton.
    algodón de azúcar
    to wrap in cotton
    To provide a safe and comfortable place.
    alojar en algodón

    Related Words

    cotton plant
    Plant from which cotton is obtained.
    algodonero
    cottony
    Having the appearance or texture of cotton.
    algodonado

    Slang Meanings

    Fear or insecurity.
    He was so scared that he looked like a cotton ball.
    Estaba tan asustado que parecía un algodón.
    A very soft or kind person.
    You are like cotton, always taking care of others.
    Eres como un algodón, siempre cuidando a los demás.