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cushioning

cushioning

4 3.0
Material that makes something soft and protects it from hard hits
  • noun
  • /ˈkʌʃənɪŋ/
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  • The seats are completely redesigned, with improvements in cushioning materials, seat firmness, fabrics, ergonomics, and support.
  • provides cushioning

I think I had to replace the pads and the trucks as well, the things that hold the the wheels to the board and provide some some cushioning as well.

Examples

  • Cut and hot-glued a piece of felt on the backboard to provide some cushioning.

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  • The sales guy mentioned that New Balance uses foam for cushioning, so they are better for training than running.

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  • The challenge was to separate the effect of cushioning from every other factor.

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  • The action of this cushioning is to spread the loading of each head out over a larger local area.

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  • My current Asics are toast, so new cushioning feels so nice.

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  • Many had no cushioning left in the seats and sharp metal screws sticking out.

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  • Adidas Arianna 2.0: it comes with extra cushioning and breathable mesh.

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  • The new running shoes feature excellent cushioning that absorbs impact and reduces fatigue.

  • This mattress has advanced cushioning that provides the perfect balance between softness and support.

  • The backpack is designed with extra cushioning for comfort, making it easier to carry heavy loads.

Synonyms

padding
vscushioning
25 2.7

Soft material placed inside clothes or seats to make them warm and comfortable

is the broader term that stresses shock absorption and impact protection
cushion
vscushioning
  • Specialized
22 2.7

A layer of air or material that reduces force when one thing hits another

is used as general material for filling and comfort, not only devices
stuffing
vscushioning
1 2.1

Soft material used to fill mattresses or cushions to make them comfortable

focuses more on absorbing shocks and protecting from impact
buffering
vscushioning
1 3.4

A way of reducing the effect of harm or shock to protect people

names the material that does this job rather than the action itself

Antonyms

rigidity
  • Specialized
3 6.0

Not able to bend or change shape easily

How Protective

cushioning
4 3.0
padding
25 2.7
foam
74 2.6
mat
136 1.0
bare
217 2.2

Surface Forms

cushioning singular
cushionings plural

Morphology

cushioning = cushion (transparent) = cushion + ing

Standard deverbal nominalization forming a noun referring to the material or process that cushions; learners can infer the meaning from 'cushion' + '-ing'.

Etymology

Cushioning comes from cushion, an old word for a soft pad like a 'pillow' that makes things comfy. Think of that pad soaking up a bump—so cushioning is material that protects and reduces shock.