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Cushions, rugs and throws

beanbag

noun

a large cloth bag that you sit on, filled with small soft plastic balls

cushion

noun

a cloth bag filled with something soft such as feathers, used for making a seat more comfortable

rug

noun

a cloth made of wool that you use to keep yourself warm

scatter cushion

noun

a small cushion that you put on a chair to make it more comfortable or more attractive

throw

noun

a large piece of cloth that you put over a chair, bed etc to make it look nice

caxirola

a percussion instrument used by football fans which makes a rattling sound when shaken

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