also: ショックアブソーバ
noun
Mechanical device that dampens spring oscillations in vehicle suspension systems. Also used metaphorically for anything that cushions impact.
車のショックアブソーバーが壊れて、乗り心地が悪くなった。
The car's shock absorbers broke, and the ride became uncomfortable.
新しいショックアブソーバーに交換したら、段差の衝撃がかなり減った。
After replacing them with new shock absorbers, the impact from bumps was greatly reduced.
Loanword from English 'shock absorber'.