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- cottony-cushion scale/ˌkɒt.ən.i ˈkʊʃ.ən ˌskeɪl/A small insect pest (Icerya purchasi) covered with a white, cotton-like wax, that damages citrus and other plants.nounRare / Technical
- cottus/ˈkɒtəs/A small, bottom-dwelling fish of the family Cottidae, characterized by a broad, spiny head and lacking scales; commonly called a bullhead or sculpin.nounVery Low (Technical/Scientific)
- cotula/ˈkɒtjʊlə/Any plant of the genus Cotula, a group of low-growing, often mat-forming plants in the daisy family, typically with small button-like flower heads.nounVery Low (Technical/Botanical)
- cotunnite/kəʊˈtʌnɪt/A mineral consisting of lead dichloride (PbCl₂), typically occurring as a secondary mineral in oxidized lead-bearing ore deposits.nounRare
- coturnix/kəʊˈtɜː.nɪks/A genus of small Old World quail, typically the common quail (Coturnix coturnix), known for its migratory habits and ground-dwelling lifestyle.nounExtremely rare (scientific/technical term)
- coty/ˈkəʊti/A proprietary name, primarily associated with a major international beauty company (Coty Inc.) that produces fragrances, cosmetics, and skincare products.nounVery Low (Proper Noun)
- cotyledon/ˌkɒt.ɪˈliː.dən/The first leaf or one of the first pair of leaves produced by the embryo of a seed plant.nounLow
- cotyloid/ˈkɒtɪlɔɪd/cup-shaped or socket-shapedadjectivenounVery low
- cotylosaur/ˈkɒtɪlə(ʊ)sɔː/A member of an extinct group of early, primitive reptiles from the Carboniferous and Permian periods, considered basal to many later reptile lineages.nounVery Low
- cotype/ˈkəʊtaɪp/In taxonomy, a specimen that serves as a duplicate of a type specimen (holotype) from the same collection event.nounRare
- cou-cou/ˈkuː kuː/A traditional Caribbean dish, particularly from Barbados, made primarily from cornmeal and okra, often served with fried fish or stew.nounVery low in general international English, but moderate within Caribbean English and diaspora communities.
- coucal/ˈkuːkəl/Any of various large, ground-dwelling, mostly black or brownish birds of the cuckoo family, known for their long tails, heavy bills, and distinctive calls. They are non-parasitic, unlike many other cuckoos.nounLow (Scientific/Technical)
- couch/kaʊtʃ/A long, comfortable seat with a back and arms, for two or more people to sit on.nounverbverb-intransitive+1B1
- couch grass/ˈkaʊtʃ ˌɡrɑːs/A fast-spreading perennial grass with creeping underground stems (rhizomes), considered a tenacious weed.nounLow (C2)
- couch potato/ˌkaʊtʃ pəˈteɪ.təʊ/A person who spends a lot of time sitting or lying down watching television, with little physical activity.nounHigh
- couch roll/ˈkaʊtʃ ˌrəʊl/A long, continuous roll of disposable absorbent paper used primarily to protect surfaces and for hygiene.nounC1
- couch-surf/ˈkaʊtʃ ˌsɜːf/to stay temporarily for free in the homes of different friends or acquaintances, typically sleeping on couches or spare beds.verb-intransitiveverb-transitiveB2
- coucher/ˈkaʊtʃə/A person who copies and binds documents, especially one who works for a parliamentary or official body; also refers to a clerk who writes official records.nounRare/Historical
- couchette/kuːˈʃɛt/A narrow, simple bed on a train or ship, often stacked in tiers.nounC1
- couching/ˈkaʊtʃɪŋ/The act of lying down or reclining; in specific contexts, a technique in embroidery or a medical procedure.nounC1-C2
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