Insect in a cocoon or chrysalis, e.g. WSJ Crossword Clue

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Insect in a cocoon or chrysalis, e.g. Crossword Clue Answers

A clue can have multiple answers, and we have provided all the ones that we are aware of for Insect in a cocoon or chrysalis, e.g.. This clue last appeared January 17, 2023 in the WSJ Crossword. You’ll want to cross-reference the length of the answers below with the required length in the crossword puzzle you are working on for the correct answer. The solution to the Insect in a cocoon or chrysalis, e.g. crossword clue should be:

  • PUPA (4 letters)

Below, you’ll find any keyword(s) defined that may help you understand the clue or the answer better. Find all the solutions for the puzzle on our WSJ Crossword January 17 2023 Answers guide.

Clue & Answer Definitions

  • CHRYSALIS (noun)
    1. pupa of a moth or butterfly enclosed in a cocoon
  • COCOON (verb)
    1. retreat as if into a cocoon, as from an unfriendly environment
    2. wrap in or as if in a cocoon, as for protection
  • COCOON (noun)
    1. silky envelope spun by the larvae of many insects to protect pupas and by spiders to protect eggs

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