Definitions

1. noun

A soft, padded object used for comfort or protection, typically made of fabric or foam, and placed on a chair, bed, or floor.

“She sat on the couch and used the cushion to support her back.”

2. verb

To reduce the impact or severity of something, especially a financial loss, by providing a financial reserve or a safety net.

“The company tried to cushion the blow to its investors by offering a buyback plan.”

3. verb

To soften or make less severe something, especially a sound or an impact.

“The mattress cushioned the fall of the child who tripped on the stairs.”

4. verb

To provide a layer of protection or support for something, especially a surface or an object.

“The foam cushioned the edges of the furniture to prevent injury.”