airbag
noun
Pronunciation: ˈɛəbæɡ
Definition
A safety device in a vehicle that inflates rapidly upon impact to cushion occupants during a collision.
Examples
Modern vehicles are equipped with a driver-side airbag as a standard safety feature.
The passenger-side airbag deployed successfully during the crash test.
Sensors detect sudden deceleration to trigger the airbag within milliseconds.
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