cushioning

noun
UK: /ˈkʊʃənɪŋ/
US: /ˈkʊʃənɪŋ/

  1. Material used to protect something from impact or provide comfort.

    1. The box needs more cushioning to protect the fragile items inside.
    2. The new running shoes provide excellent cushioning for my joints during exercise.

Synonyms

padding protection support insulation
cushioning adjective

  1. Present participle of the verb 'cushion': reducing the impact of something or protecting someone from harm.

    1. The thick carpet is cushioning her fall as she practices her acrobatic moves.
    2. The government introduced measures cushioning the economy from the effects of the recession.

  2. Providing protection or padding.

    1. The cushioning effect of the foam prevented any damage to the laptop in transit.
    2. He appreciated the cushioning layer in the hiking boots, easing the pressure on his feet.
cushioning verb

  1. Present participle of the verb 'cushion': to protect someone or something from the negative effects of something.

    1. She is cushioning the blow by delivering the bad news gently and carefully.
    2. Increased savings help cushioning against unexpected financial difficulties in the future.

Frequently Asked Questions

The phonetic transcription of "cushioning" is /ˈkʊʃənɪŋ/ in British English and /ˈkʊʃənɪŋ/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "cushioning": padding, protection, support, insulation.

Example usage of "cushioning": "The box needs more cushioning to protect the fragile items inside.". More examples on the page.