rug pad
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- noun
- /rʌg pæd/
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alfombrilla antideslizante
- But it held onto too much dust and pet hair, even after vacuuming it well, so we switched it out for one of the Urban Outfitters cotton rugs and a rug pad and are very happy with that.
Examples
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A rug pad helps to cushion your feet while also protecting the floor underneath.
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To prevent slipping, I always use a rug pad under my area rugs.
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We also need a rug pad for the rug in our kitchen.
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I got a rug and a rug pad and I think that was really it that came.
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And get some rugs, rug pads, and all the things other commenters suggested.
Blog text (6) -
If you’re getting noise complaints, the best thing to do is put rug pads under your rugs.
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When setting up the living room, don't forget to place a rug pad under the rug for stability.
Synonyms
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1.0
A flat piece of material placed on the floor, like a doormat or gym mat
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1.4
A soft piece of material used to protect things or hold liquid
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4.6
A thin layer placed under a carpet or floor to make it softer and warmer
A layer of material under a carpet that makes it softer, warmer, and quieter
A thin pad that goes under a floor or carpet to make it warmer and quieter
Surface Forms
Morphology
The meaning is directly compositional: 'pad' (a protective or cushioning layer) qualified by 'rug' indicates a pad used under a rug, so a B1 learner who knows both words can readily infer its function. This noun–noun compound follows a common and predictable English pattern (and similar constructions exist in many languages), making it transparent.
Etymology
Rug pad names the item's job: a soft pad put under a rug to stop it sliding, give extra cushion, and protect the floor. So it means 'a thin pad placed under a rug' to prevent slipping and damage.