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/ˈkʌʃɪndɪd/ · cus·hi·ned
verb
- To furnish with cushions. The interior designer decided to cushion the sofa with plush velvet pillows.
- To seat or place on, or as on a cushion. She cushioned her head on the pillow and fell asleep.
- To absorb or deaden the impact of. The crash pad cushioned the impact of the fall, preventing serious injury.
adjective
- Furnished with a cushion or cushions; padded. The cushioned seat was a welcome relief after a long flight.
- Having cushion tires. The car's cushion tires provided a smooth ride over the bumpy road.
Did you know? The word 'cushioned' has been used in various contexts, including interior design, sports, and even space exploration. In 1969, NASA used cushioned seats in the Apollo 11 spacecraft to provide comfort for astronauts during their historic moon landing.