airbag

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Synonyms: air bag, airbat

Antonyms: air bag, airbat

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Noun

1. {{lb|en|automotive}} A protective system in [[automobile]]s in which when a crash occurs, a bag containing [[nitrogen]], formed by the [[explosive]] [[decomposition]] of [[sodium azide]], quickly [[inflate]]s in front of the [[driver]] or [[passenger]], preventing [[injury]] to the head. Side air bags, including the back seat passengers, also prevent injury.
2. A similar inflated bag used in performing [[stunt]]s, or for lifting objects in firefighting, etc.
3. {{lb|en|slang}} A person who talks too much; a [[windbag]] or [[gossip]].

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