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air bag

noun

: a bag that fills with air to protect a driver or passenger when a vehicle crashes

Full Definition of AIR BAG

:  an automobile safety device consisting of a bag designed to inflate automatically especially in front of an occupant in case of collision
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First Known Use of AIR BAG

1969
AIR BAG Defined for Kids

air bag

noun

Definition of AIR BAG for Kids

:  an automobile safety device consisting of a bag that inflates to cushion a rider in an accident

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