coddle(noun, verb) noun1. An Irish dish comprising layers of roughly sliced pork sausages and bacon rashers with sliced potatoes and onions. verb1. treat with excessive indulgence- Let's not mollycoddle our students!Similar word(s): baby, cocker, cosset, featherbed, indulge, mollycoddle, pamper, spoilDefinition categories: social, handle, treat2. cook in nearly boiling water- coddle eggsDefinition categories: change, cook