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Definition cushion in British English

cushion noun

noun
/ˈkʊʃ(ə)n/
1

a cloth bag filled with something soft such as feathers, used for making a seat more comfortable

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2

a layer that separates two objects and prevents one from hitting or touching the other

Example

The air cushion reduces the boat's contact with water.

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3

something, especially money, that is a protection against the possible effects of something bad

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4

a number of points or goals by which you are winning during a match or competition

Example

Grayson's goal gives England a five-point cushion.

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5

the rubber inner edge of the table that you hit balls against in games such as snooker or billiards

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Definition cushion in British English