padding
|pad-ding|
/ˈpædɪŋ/
(pad)
soft protection
Etymology
'padding' originates from the word 'pad', which comes from Middle Dutch 'padde', meaning 'toad', referring to the soft, cushion-like body of a toad.
'padde' transformed into the English word 'pad', and eventually became 'padding' in modern English.
Initially, it referred to a soft cushion, but over time it evolved to include unnecessary words in writing or speech.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
soft material used to fill or cover something to protect it or make it more comfortable.
The jacket has extra padding for warmth.
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Noun 2
unnecessary words or information added to a speech or piece of writing to make it longer.
The essay was full of padding and lacked substance.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45