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cushion

UK
/ˈkʊʃ.ən/
US
/ˈkʊʃ.ən/

Translations

cushionnoun
cushions
pl
UK
/ˈkʊʃ.ən/
US
/ˈkʊʃ.ən/
She placed a cushion on the chair to make it more comfortable.
Elle a placé un coussin sur la chaise pour la rendre plus confortable.
bandeDans le billard et le snooker.
The cue ball struck the cushion and bounced back toward the centre of the table.
La bille blanche a frappé la bande et a rebondi vers le centre de la table.
Additional translations
matelas de sécuritéAu sens figuré de réserve financière ou tampon.
amortisseurAu sens de couche ou élément destiné à absorber les chocs.
Synonyms
bolster
pillow
softener
buffer
support
pad
cushionverb
cushioned
Past Simple
cushioned
Past Participle
cushioning
Gerund
UK
/ˈkʊʃ.ən/
US
/ˈkʊʃ.ən/
The airbags are designed to cushion the passengers during a collision.
Les airbags sont conçus pour amortir les passagers lors d’une collision.
atténuerPour un effet négatif, économique ou social.
The government introduced measures to cushion the economic impact of the pandemic.
Le gouvernement a introduit des mesures pour atténuer l’impact économique de la pandémie.
Synonyms
absorb
shield
protect
buffer
soften
cushionadjective
UK
/ˈkʊʃ.ən/
US
/ˈkʊʃ.ən/
Used attributively before another noun (e.g., 'cushion cover') to refer to something designed for or relating to cushions.
matelasséPour quelque chose muni d’une couche amortissante.
Cushion soles on the boots reduced the impact on her feet.
Les semelles matelassées des bottes ont réduit l’impact sur ses pieds.
Additional translations
de coussinPour ce qui est destiné aux coussins ou s’y rapporte.
Synonyms
softening
shock-absorbing
protective
comfortable
velvety
pillowy
plush
soft
padded
cushy
cushioned

Definitions

cushionnoun
A soft bag filled with air or a mass of soft material, used as a comfortable support for sitting or leaning on.
She placed a cushion on the chair to make it more comfortable.
A layer of material used to reduce shock or to protect something.
The helmet has a cushion inside to protect the head from impacts.
A financial reserve or buffer that provides protection against unforeseen expenses or losses.
The company maintained a cash cushion to handle unexpected downturns in the market.
In billiards, snooker, or similar games, the padded side or rail of the table against which the balls rebound.
The cue ball struck the cushion and bounced back toward the centre of the table.
cushionverb
To soften the effect of an impact or blow.
The airbags are designed to cushion the passengers during a collision.
To mitigate or lessen the adverse effects of something.
The government introduced measures to cushion the economic impact of the pandemic.
To provide support or protection against pressure or shock.
The thick carpet cushioned his fall, preventing any injury.
cushionadjective
Designed for, relating to, or suitable for use with cushions.
She bought a cushion cover in a vibrant pattern.
Padded or equipped with a layer that cushions; having cushioning properties.
Cushion soles on the boots reduced the impact on her feet.
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