PAD Synonyms
There are 31 hypernyms of the word pad. (close relations)
Definition of PAD
Best Alternative Words for PAD
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bolster | verbv | |||||||
noun • a pillow that is often put across a bed underneath the regular pillows verb • support and strengthen • prop up with a pillow or bolster • add padding to | ||||||||
buffer | verb, noun, adjectivev, n, adj | |||||||
noun • (chemistry) an ionic compound that resists changes in its pH • a neutral zone between two rival powers that is created in order to diminish the danger of conflict • an inclined metal frame at the front of a locomotive to clear the track • (computer science) a part of RAM used for temporary storage of data that is waiting to be sent to a device; used to compensate for differences in the rate of flow of data between components of a computer system • a power tool used to buff surfaces • a cushion-like device that reduces shock due to an impact • an implement consisting of soft material mounted on a block; used for polishing (as in manicuring) verb • add a buffer (a solution) • protect from impact | ||||||||
cushion | nounn | |||||||
noun • a mechanical damper; absorbs energy of sudden impulses • the layer of air that supports a hovercraft or similar vehicle • a soft bag filled with air or a mass of padding such as feathers or foam rubber etc. verb • protect from impact | ||||||||
lining | nounn | |||||||
noun • a protective covering that protects an inside surface • a piece of cloth that is used as the inside surface of a garment • providing something with a surface of a different material • the act of attaching an inside lining (to a garment or curtain etc.) | ||||||||
mat | noun, adjectiven, adj | |||||||
noun • a thick flat pad used as a floor covering • a master's degree in teaching • mounting consisting of a border or background for a picture • sports equipment consisting of a piece of thick padding on the floor for gymnastic sports • a mass that is densely tangled or interwoven • the property of having little or no contrast; lacking highlights or gloss • a foundation (usually on soft ground) consisting of an extended layer of reinforced concrete • a small pad of material that is used to protect surface from an object placed on it adjective satellite • not reflecting light; not glossy verb • twist together or entwine into a confusing mass • change texture so as to become matted and felt-like | ||||||||
mattress | nounn | |||||||
noun • a large thick pad filled with resilient material and often incorporating coiled springs, used as a bed or part of a bed | ||||||||
pillow | nounn | |||||||
noun • a cushion to support the head of a sleeping person verb • rest on or as if on a pillow | ||||||||
support | verb, nounv, n | |||||||
noun • the activity of providing for or maintaining by supplying with money or necessities • aiding the cause or policy or interests of • something providing immaterial assistance to a person or cause or interest • a military operation (often involving new supplies of men and materiel) to strengthen a military force or aid in the performance of its mission • documentary validation • the financial means whereby one lives • supporting structure that holds up or provides a foundation • the act of bearing the weight of or strengthening • a musical part (vocal or instrumental) that supports or provides background for other musical parts • any device that bears the weight of another thing • financial resources provided to make some project possible verb • give moral or psychological support, aid, or courage to • support materially or financially • be behind; approve of • be the physical support of; carry the weight of • establish or strengthen as with new evidence or facts • adopt as a belief • support with evidence or authority or make more certain or confirm • argue or speak in defense of • play a subordinate role to (another performer) • be a regular customer or client of • put up with something or somebody unpleasant | ||||||||
topper | verb, nounv, n | |||||||
noun • a worker who makes or adds the top to something • a worker who cuts tops off (of trees or vegetables etc.) • the person who is most outstanding or excellent; someone who tops all others • an exceedingly good witticism that surpasses all that have gone before • a woman's short coat • a man's hat with a tall crown; usually covered with silk or with beaver fur | ||||||||
aggrandise | verbv | |||||||
verb • add details to | ||||||||
aggrandize | verbv | |||||||
verb • add details to | ||||||||
diggings | nounn | |||||||
noun • an excavation for ore or precious stones or for archaeology • temporary living quarters | ||||||||
digs | verbv | |||||||
noun • an excavation for ore or precious stones or for archaeology • temporary living quarters | ||||||||
domiciliation | nounn | |||||||
noun • temporary living quarters | ||||||||
dramatise | verbv | |||||||
verb • put into dramatic form • represent something in a dramatic manner • add details to | ||||||||
dramatize | verbv | |||||||
verb • put into dramatic form • represent something in a dramatic manner • add details to | ||||||||
embellish | verbv | |||||||
verb • add details to • be beautiful to look at • make more attractive by adding ornament, colour, etc. • make more beautiful | ||||||||
embroider | verbv | |||||||
verb • decorate with needlework • add details to | ||||||||
footslog | verbv | |||||||
verb • walk heavily and firmly, as when weary, or through mud | ||||||||
inkpad | nounn | |||||||
noun • a block of absorbent material saturated with ink; used to transfer ink evenly to a rubber stamp | ||||||||