cockles of (one's) heart



cockles of (one's) heart

The deepest part of oneself. Often used in the phrase "warmed the cockles of (one's) heart." Thank you so much—your kind words really warmed the cockles of my heart.
See also: cockle, heart, of

Common Names:

NameGenderPronouncedUsage
Ejiro-Western African, Urhobo
Dazbog-Slavic Mythology
BeauBOEnglish
Noak-Swedish
Susanitasoo-sah-NEE-tahSpanish
Lygia-Portuguese (Brazilian)