airbag
- noun
- /ˈɛrˌbæɡ/
- The fragile electronics were protected by a large airbag inside the shipping box.
Examples
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The airbag protected the fragile items during shipping.
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Using an airbag can help prevent damage to delicate items during delivery.
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She wrapped the vase in an airbag and bubble wrap before sending it to the customer.
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Make sure to inflate the airbags before packing.
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The shipping company uses airbags to ensure that fragile items are safe during transport.
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When packing delicate electronics, it is essential to use airbags to prevent damage.
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They placed airbags around the boxes to cushion them while being loaded onto the truck.
Synonyms
A soft bag filled with feathers or foam used to make a seat more comfortable
A part filled with air that makes a shoe or seat softer and protects from shocks
Compounds
- Specialized
A bag along a car roof that inflates to protect people's heads in side crashes and rollovers
- Specialized
A large bag that inflates above side windows to protect heads in a side crash
Surface Forms
Morphology
Etymology
Airbag comes from the English parts air- ('air') and -bag ('bag'), and in packing it means a sealed bag full of air used like a cushion to protect items during transport.