1. (noun) shock absorber, shock, cushion
a mechanical damper; absorbs energy of sudden impulses
Synonyms: electrical shock, jounce, blow, electric shock, stupor, daze, jolt, cushion, shock absorber, shock, jar, seismic disturbance, impact
2. (noun) cushion
the layer of air that supports a hovercraft or similar vehicle
Synonyms: shock absorber, shock
3. (verb) cushion
a soft bag filled with air or a mass of padding such as feathers or foam rubber etc.
Synonyms: shock absorber, shock
4. (verb) cushion, buffer, soften
protect from impact
Synonyms: relent, soften, buffer, yield, moderate, cushion, mince, break, damp, weaken, dampen
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