cushions
word · lemma: cushion
Definition
Soft pads, usually filled with material like foam or feathers, used for sitting or leaning on, often found on chairs or sofas.
Usage & Nuances
"Cushions" is the plural form of "cushion." Common collocations: "throw cushions," "sofa cushions." Not to be confused with "pillows," which are mainly for beds. "Cushion" can also be a verb meaning to soften the impact, but this is less common in plural.
Spanish: cojinesPortuguese (BR): almofadasPortuguese (PT): almofadasChinese (Simplified): 垫子Chinese (Traditional): 墊子Hindi: कुशन्सArabic: وسائدBengali: কুশন - বালিশ (সোফা/চেয়ারের জন্য)Russian: подушки (для дивана/кресла)Japanese: クッションVietnamese: gối tựaKorean: 쿠션Turkish: kırlent - minderUrdu: کشن - صوفے کے گدےIndonesian: bantal sofa - bantalan
Example Sentences
Can you fluff up the cushions before the guests arrive?
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I always lose the remote between the cushions.
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Those colorful cushions really brighten up the room.
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There are four cushions on the sofa.
basic
I bought new cushions for my chair.
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The cat is sleeping on the pile of cushions.
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