padding

noun

pad·​ding ˈpa-diŋ How to pronounce padding (audio)
: material with which something is padded

Examples of padding in a Sentence

the padding on the seat of the chairs These shoes have extra padding in the heel. If you remove the padding from his speech you can see that he offers no new ideas.
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The pillow is comfortable and supportive thanks to its memory foam padding and 360-degree design. Gabriella Maestri, Travel + Leisure, 2 Nov. 2024 Mesh around the midfoot vents tons of heat, and a little padding in the toe and heel adds comfort and fights blisters. Jakob Schiller, Outside Online, 1 Nov. 2024 Contour Underwire Bra $68 Amazon This underwire contour bra is a favorite thanks to its sweetheart neckline and minimal padding. Andrea Navarro, Glamour, 30 Oct. 2024 How to Manage: Opt for shoes with extra padding and shock-absorbing insoles to help support your feet as cushioning decreases. Sandra Rose Salathe, Flow Space, 24 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for padding 

Word History

First Known Use

1640, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of padding was in 1640

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“Padding.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/padding. Accessed 3 Dec. 2024.

Kids Definition

padding

noun
pad·​ding
ˈpad-iŋ
: material used to pad something

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