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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Attaching the Freyja to a Chair The Freyja is a black pad that measures 38 by 16 inches (HW) and has soft, flat padding arranged in polygonal panels. PCMAG, 15 Mar. 2025 This sleep mask also features soft padding, which provides additional comfort and light-blocking. Kristine Thomason, Vogue, 14 Mar. 2025 Their heels are crafted with extra foam padding to prevent pain while walking and add support—and they’re even approved by the American Podiatric Medical Association with its Seal of Acceptance for foot health. Caley Sturgill, Southern Living, 14 Mar. 2025 This particular model has thick padding, an easy-to-use strap and buckle, and surprisingly ample storage: pockets for a bottle, phone, diapers, and wipes, and other small items like a pacifier or snack. Cameron Leblanc, Parents, 12 Feb. 2025 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 23 Mar. 2025.

Kids Definition

padding

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

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