cushion meaning

cushion as a noun

1. a mechanical damper; absorbs energy of sudden impulses
   • the old car needed a new set of shocks

   Synonyms: shock absorber, shock

   Type of: damper

   Kinds: air cushion

2. the layer of air that supports a hovercraft or similar vehicle

   Type of: layer

3. a soft bag filled with air or a mass of padding such as feathers or foam rubber etc.

   Type of: padding

   Kinds: air cushion, gaddi, hassock, headrest, pillow, pincushion, seat cushion, throw pillow

   Related forms: cushiony

cushion as a verb

1. protect from impact
   • cushion the blow

   Synonyms: buffer, soften

   Type of: modify

   Related forms: cushioning

How to pronounce cushion

cushion is pronounced /ˈkʊʃən/ in British English and /ˈkʊʃən/ in American English. It has 2 syllables, with the stress on the first syllable.