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cuscino d'aria — meaning in English

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English meaning

  • airbag noun A safety device in a vehicle that inflates instantly in a crash to cushion occupants.

Senses

cuscino d'aria is used for these senses in English:

  • air cushion A layer of trapped air that supports a hovercraft.
  • airbag (automotive) A protective system in automobiles in which when a crash occurs, a bag containing nitrogen, formed by the explosive decomposition of sodium azide, quickly inflates in front of the driver or passenger, preventing injury to the head. Side air bags, including the back seat passengers, also prevent injury.

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