There are a lot of terms floating about in relation to Covid-19, the coronavirus that has been in the news since the beginning of 2020.
It can be hard to keep up with all the new words, so RTÉ's news2day has devised a dictionary for children - or anyone who needs a primer. Asymptomatic: This means showing no signs that you are sick even though you have been infected by the virus. Cocooning: You might know the word cocoon from learning about caterpillars - it's the silky, protective case they make to stay comfortable and safe until they emerge as butterflies.
Nowadays cocooning means forming a protective barrier around older people, or those who have certain medical conditions, by reducing their close contact with other people. Coronavirus: