coussin

cushion

noun koo-SAHN Rare

Origin: Old French coissin, from Latin coxa 'hip'

Also means

pillow

Usage Note

Coussin covers both decorative throw cushions on sofas and the padded forms on chairs. The technical term coussin d'air ('air cushion') is used for hovercrafts. Coussinet is the diminutive, meaning a small pad or bearing sleeve in mechanics.

Examples

"Elle pose un coussin coloré sur le canapé."

Natural Translation

She places a colourful cushion on the sofa.

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