pad
UK: pæd | US: pæd
n. a soft cushion or piece of material used for protection, comfort, or stuffing
n. a set of sheets of paper glued together at one edge (e.g., notepad)
vt. to fill or cover something with soft material for protection or comfort
vi. (informal) to walk quietly or stealthily
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"Pad" originated in the mid-16th century, likely from Low German or Dutch "pad" (path, sole of the foot), reflecting its early association with walking softly or a protective layer. Over time, it expanded to describe cushioning materials (e.g., ink pads, notepads) due to the shared concept of softness or layering.
She wrote her phone number on a pad of paper.
The athlete wore knee pads to protect his joints.
The cat padded silently across the room.
He padded the box with bubble wrap before shipping it.
The chair’s seat was padded for extra comfort.