air bag

noun

1. a safety device in a car, consisting of a bag that inflates automatically in an accident and prevents the passengers from being thrown forwards
2. one of a number of large inflatable bags comprising part of a spacecraft's landing system, enabling the craft to come to rest through a series of bounces

Example Sentences

Takata used the volatile chemical ammonium nitrate to create a small explosion to quickly fill the air bags in a crash.

From Seattle Times

“Older model year vehicles put their occupants at higher risk, as the age of the air bag is one of the contributing factors.”

From Seattle Times

The researchers compare the eruption dynamic to a stomp-rocket toy, where stepping on an air bag connected to a hose launches a projectile into the air.

From Science Daily

The truck came to a stop at the side of the road, with its air bag blown and extensive damage to the driver’s side.

From Seattle Times

The Seagull “Flying Edition” tested by Caresoft has six air bags, rear disc brakes and electronic stability control.

From Seattle Times