buttoncushion
nounUK /ˈbʌtənˌkʊʃən/
US /ˈbʌtənˌkʊʃən/
A buttoncushion is a soft pad that holds buttons or looks like a button.
She kept her spare buttons on a little buttoncushion by the sewing machine.
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2. A decorative cushion shaped like a button.
The sofa was covered with a round buttoncushion.
3. A padded backing that protects a button on furniture or clothing.
The buttoncushion kept the metal button from scratching the chair.
4. A small tufted pad used in upholstery to give a buttoned look.
The craftsman added a buttoncushion to each tuft on the headboard.