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Pad Definition & Meaning

pad
noun
  1. a number of sheets of paper fastened together along one edge
  2. the large floating leaf of an aquatic plant (as the water lily)
  3. a block of absorbent material saturated with ink; used to transfer ink evenly to a rubber stamp
  4. a flat mass of soft material used for protection, stuffing, or comfort
  5. a platform from which rockets or space craft are launched
  6. temporary living quarters
  7. the fleshy cushion-like underside of an animal's foot or of a human's finger
verb
  1. add details to
  2. walk heavily and firmly, as when weary, or through mud; "Mules plodded in a circle around a grindstone"
  3. line or stuff with soft material; "pad a bra"
  4. add padding to; "pad the seat of the chair"

"Pad" in song lyrics

See how pad is used in real songs:

  • "With a pen and a pad"
    60 Second Assassin f/ Hell Razah, Kristina Green, Shabazz the Disciple, Son One — Cloud 9
  • "It's in my head no need for pen and pad"
    7L & Esoteric — Ring Music
  • "Call the pages my runway; the book is my launch pad"
    Achozen f/ Killah Priest, Shukura Holliday — Immaculate

Words that rhyme with pad

Usage tips for "pad"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "pad" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for pad to find words that pair well.

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Frequently asked questions

What does pad mean?
a number of sheets of paper fastened together along one edge the large floating leaf of an aquatic plant (as the water lily) a block of absorbent material saturated with ink
What part of speech is pad?
Pad is a noun and a verb.
How many definitions does pad have?
Pad has 11 definitions across 2 parts of speech (noun, verb).

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