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Definition of crashpad
crashpad
/ˈkræʃˌpæd/
crash · pad
Plural:crashpads
crashpad Lexical Profile
CEFR
B2
Grade
8
Tier
2
Usage
Rare
Syllables
2
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• noun
1
A thick, portable foam mat placed on the ground to cushion falls during bouldering, rock climbing, or gymnastics.
Example
"Before attempting the difficult overhang, the climber positioned a thick crashpad directly beneath the route."
2
A temporary, often shared place to sleep or stay, especially one used by airline crew members between flights or by travelers.
Example
"The flight attendants rented a shared crashpad near the airport to rest between their back-to-back shifts."
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180019102020
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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Crashpad. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/crashpad