polstern — meaning in English

English meaning

• bolster noun A long cylindrical pillow or cushion.
• cushion noun A soft fabric pad used for comfort when sitting or leaning.
• upholster verb To fit padding, stuffing, springs, webbing and fabric covering to (furniture).

Senses

polstern is used for these senses in English:

• bolster (transitive, often, figurative) To brace, reinforce, secure, or support.
• cushion To furnish with cushions.
• upholster (transitive) To fit padding, stuffing, springs, webbing and fabric covering to (furniture).

bolster — full definition

1. noun A long cylindrical pillow or cushion.
2. verb To support, strengthen, or reinforce something.

cushion — full definition

1. noun A soft fabric pad used for comfort when sitting or leaning.
2. noun Something that softens or absorbs an impact, whether physical or financial.
3. verb To soften the effect of an impact or a difficult situation.

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