cone of shame en · NOUN
Etymology
From its conical shape, and the idea that it may be used to stop a misbehaving pet from causing shameful damage or that the pet is embarrassed by it.
Meanings
- (humorous) Synonym of Elizabethan collar (“a protective medical device worn by an animal”)
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| cones of shame | Number=Plur | lexicographic |