Definition of Cushion
Cushion
cush·ion
Definition/Meaning
(noun)
a pad or pillow filled with soft material, typically used to make something more comfortable for sitting, kneeling, lying, or leaning on;
e.g. I placed a cushion on the hard wooden chair so that it was less painful to sit on for long hours.
(noun)
broadly, a soft and/or elastic body meant to provide protection and/or support and reduce shock from impact;
e.g. A helmet is a cushion to protect you from injuries if you hit your head. The mat on the floor works like a cushion to make footsteps seem quieter.
(noun)
broadly, something that serves to reduce the effects of a figurative impact, for example a procedure to lessen the effects of disorder or disturbance or a reserve to counter an emergency;
e.g. This treatment is a cushion that should reduce the rate at which the structure gets broke down. She bought extra food as a cushion in case more guests showed up.
(verb)
to soften the impact or effect of something, to reduce the damage caused by a shock or force;
e.g. These pillows will cushion the floor in case you fall down from the ladder.
(verb)
to reduce the negative impacts or effects of an event or situation;
e.g. The department kept some extra money in their budget to cushion against any potential losses.
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