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cushion

/ˈkʊʃən/

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noun

plural -ions

[count] a soft object or part that is used to make something (such as a seat) more comfortable or to protect a surface from damage :a soft pillow, pad, etc.

a seat/sofa cushion

There is a cushion under the rug to protect the floor.

a cushion of air [=a layer of air that provides support or protection to something]

any one of the rubber parts that the ball bounces off along the inner edges of a billiard table

something (such as an extra amount of money) that you can use to reduce the bad effect of something (such as an unexpected problem or expense)

We didn't have a financial cushion when my husband lost his job. - often + against

We use our savings as a cushion against major expenses.

a lead in a game or competition that is large enough to allow the leader to feel confident about winning - usually singular

The team enjoyed a 6-0 cushion in the last inning.

verb

-ions; -ioned; -ioning

[+ obj] :to make (something, such as a fall or collision) less severe or painful :to soften or reduce the bad effect of (something)

The pile of leaves helped cushion his fall.

The tires help cushion the ride. [=help make the ride smoother]

The tax cut is meant to cushion the blow/impact of soaring gas prices. - often + against or from

The helmet cushions the head against violent collisions.

The tax cut should cushion the economy from the effect of soaring gas prices.

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