Enter the word for search

cushion

/ˈkʊʃ.ən/

Translations

cushionnoun

cushions

/ˈkʊʃ.ən/

подушка

She placed a cushion on the chair for extra comfort.

Она положила подушку на стул для дополнительного комфорта.

амортизатор

The car's suspension system includes a cushion to absorb shocks.

Подвеска автомобиля включает амортизатор для поглощения ударов.

Additional translations

Synonyms

cushionverb

cushioned

Past Simple

cushioned

Past Participle

cushioning

Gerund

/ˈkʊʃ.ən/

смягчать

The thick carpet cushioned the fall.

Толстый ковер смягчил падение.

Additional translations

Synonyms

cushionadjective

/ˈkʊʃ.ən/

Used attributively before another noun (e.g., 'cushion cover') to refer to something designed for or relating to cushions.

Synonyms

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.