Also means
soft, delicate (person)
Usage Note
Douillet has two main uses: a place (un nid douillet — a cosy nest) and a person who is overly sensitive to pain or discomfort, often in mild reproach. The feminine form is douillette, which is also a standalone noun meaning a quilted duvet or padded jacket.
Examples
"Leur appartement est vraiment douillet."
Natural Translation
Their apartment is really cosy.

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