hassock

  1. Noun.  A dense clump of grass or vegetation; a tussock. (defdate, from 10th c.) .
  2. Noun.  A cushion used primarily in churches for kneeling on while praying. (defdate, from 16th c.) .
  3. Noun.  A thick cushion used as a seat; an ottoman or pouffe.

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