bushing

1 of 2

noun

bush·​ing ˈbu̇-shiŋ 

1

: a usually removable cylindrical lining for an opening (as of a mechanical part) used to limit the size of the opening, resist abrasion, or serve as a guide

2

: an electrically insulating lining for a hole to protect a through conductor

bushing

2 of 2

present participle of bush entry 2

Examples of bushing in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Noun

Performance can be improved with suspension modifications, new bushings, or high-performance tires. — Keith Laing, USA Today, 30 Aug. 2026

Other mechanical features include two-axle air suspension with Alpina-specific damper and kinematic tuning, along with electromechanical anti-roll bars and stiffer rear axle bushings. — Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 6 Mar. 2026

The previous version used bushings, which introduced a degree of compliance—and vagueness. — Karl Brauer, Forbes.com, 2 Feb. 2026

Anybody can point a car toward the horizon and hit the gas—being brave and creative enough to replace a trailing arm bushing with cargo straps to escape the Saudi desert is on another level. — Andrew P. Collins, The Drive, 14 Jan. 2026

Word History

Etymology

Noun

bush entry 4 + -ing entry 1

First Known Use

Noun

1806, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for bushing

• pushing

Kids Definition

bushing

noun

bush·​ing ˈbu̇sh-iŋ 

1

: a usually removable cylindrical lining in an opening of a mechanical part to limit the size of the opening, resist wear, or serve as a guide

2

: an electrically insulating lining for a hole to protect a conductor going through the hole