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cushioning

noun

Simple meaning

Artifact made up of soft or resilient material used to fill or give shape or protect or add comfort.

Pronunciation

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kuushuhning

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IPA pronunciation (US)

ˈkʊʃənɪŋ

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Word Review

Definition

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noun

  1. Artifact consisting of soft or resilient material used to fill or give shape or protect or add comfort

  2. Material used to cushion something.

  3. slangneologismsocial media

    The act or practice of someone entertaining other potential romantic options while in a committed relationship.

Word at a Glance

Difficulty
B2 · Upper Intermediate (estimated)
Frequency
Uncommon
Formality
Technical

Word Aura™

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Aura for this meaning

This meaning: Artifact consisting of soft or resilient material used to fill or give shape or protect or add comfort

Used this way, cushioning is a reasonably familiar word with a mildly favourable edge. It usually sounds natural in a wide range of settings.

Emotional tone
Slightly positive
Formality
Neutral
Intensity
Moderate
How common
Moderately common
Connotation
Positive and appreciative
Usage feel
Neutral and straightforward

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Common Patterns and Combinations

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cushioning effectcushioning materialsome cushioningprovide cushioningextra cushioninggood cushioningfoam cushioningcushioning layer

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Word Family

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Inflected forms

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  • cushionverbBase word

    Protect from impact.

Related Words

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Synonyms

Sense: artifact consisting of soft

padding

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