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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Silicone padding and foam cushioning ensure a pleasing key sound as well as precise typing and a better gaming experience. Mark Sparrow, Forbes, 5 Dec. 2024 Their sound is warm and bassy, yet refreshingly refined, and their durable plastic shells harbor plush padding for hours of comfort. Boutayna Chokrane, WIRED, 3 Dec. 2024 Our top pick for noise-canceling headphones feature noise cancellation, comfortable padding for your ears, have spatial audio for theater-like surround sound, and are on sale ahead of Cyber Monday. Rachel Trujillo, People.com, 30 Nov. 2024 Everything about this car seat is well thought out to make parents' lives easier: a magnetic chest clip, clear level indicators for safe installation, and the softest, most comfortable padding lining the seat. Ashleigh Morley, Parents, 29 Nov. 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 22 Dec. 2024.

Kids Definition

padding

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

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