cushioning (Meaning)

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cushioning (n)

artifact consisting of soft or resilient material used to fill or give shape or protect or add comfort

artifact consisting of soft or resilient material used to fill or give shape or protect or add comfort

bumper, pad,buffer, cushion, shield, cocoon, fender,padding, baffle, safeguard

forceful, strong, stern, violent, harsh, forcible, severe, strong, caustic, severe

The delicate vase was wrapped in layers of cushioning to prevent it from breaking during shipping.

The runner wore specialized shoes with extra cushioning to absorb the impact of each stride.

The packaging material provided ample cushioning to protect the fragile electronics inside.

I added extra cushioning to the armchair by placing a soft throw pillow on it.