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cushion
noun(cush-ion)
a mechanical damper; absorbs energy of sudden impulses
Synonyms: shock, shock absorber,
cushion
verb(cush-ion)
protect from impact
Synonyms: buffer, soften,
Examples:
Cushion the blow.
cushion
noun(cush-ion)
a soft bag filled with air or a mass of padding such as feathers or foam rubber etc.
cushion
noun(cush-ion)
the layer of air that supports a hovercraft or similar vehicle

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