air-cushion
|air-cush-ion|
🇺🇸
/ˈer ˌkʊʃ.ən/
🇬🇧
/ˈeə ˌkʊʃ.ən/
shock absorption
Etymology
'air-cushion' originates from the combination of 'air' and 'cushion', where 'air' refers to the invisible gaseous substance surrounding the earth, and 'cushion' refers to a soft pad or support.
'air-cushion' was formed by combining the words 'air' and 'cushion' in English, maintaining their original meanings.
Initially, it meant 'a cushion filled with air', but over time it evolved to include 'a layer of air used in hovercrafts'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a cushion or pad filled with air, used to absorb shock or provide support.
The air-cushion in the shoe provides extra comfort.
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Noun 2
a layer of air trapped between two surfaces, often used in hovercrafts to reduce friction.
The hovercraft glides smoothly over the water on its air-cushion.
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Last updated: 2025/06/06 01:40