1
a
: a support for the head of a reclining person
especially
: one consisting of a cloth bag filled with feathers, down, sponge rubber, or plastic fiber
b
: something resembling a pillow especially in form
2
: a cushion or pad tightly stuffed and used as a support for the design and tools in making lace with a bobbin
pillowed; pillowing; pillows
: to lay or rest one's head on or as if on a pillow
Examples of pillow in a Sentence
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Niraj Warikoo, Detroit Free Press, 28 Apr. 2024
Prime members can save up to 60 percent on cordless vacuums, cooling pillows, carry-on suitcases, and so much more.
—Clara McMahon, Peoplemag, 27 Apr. 2024
This means your baby should always sleep alone, on their back on a firm surface that’s not on an incline, with no blankets, toys, pillows, bumpers, or other objects in their bassinet or crib.
—Chaunie Brusie, Rn, Parents, 19 Apr. 2024
Yes, Mariko and Blackthorne 'pillow' for real After that emotional drama, Blackthorne enters Mariko's chambers for a passionate candlelit tryst.
—Bryan Alexander, USA TODAY, 17 Apr. 2024
Other highlights include a blanket ($2,800) and a decorative pillow ($380) made from gray cashmere.
—Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 16 Apr. 2024
Some vague silly dream of hers involving the goose-feather pillow, how such a hefty pillow might be pressed over a face . .
—Joyce Carol Oates, The New Yorker, 15 Apr. 2024
The clouds slowly turn into pillows, which drift through the air before shapeshifting into gently rippling bed sheets.
—Charley Ward, Condé Nast Traveler, 11 Apr. 2024
After stripping it of pillows and linens, inspect for any stains.
—Caitlin Sole, Better Homes & Gardens, 16 Apr. 2024
Noun
The prayer space at Hart Plaza had pillows, drapes and a sign outside asking people to remove their shoes upon entering.
—Niraj Warikoo, Detroit Free Press, 28 Apr. 2024
Prime members can save up to 60 percent on cordless vacuums, cooling pillows, carry-on suitcases, and so much more.
—Clara McMahon, Peoplemag, 27 Apr. 2024
This means your baby should always sleep alone, on their back on a firm surface that’s not on an incline, with no blankets, toys, pillows, bumpers, or other objects in their bassinet or crib.
—Chaunie Brusie, Rn, Parents, 19 Apr. 2024
Yes, Mariko and Blackthorne 'pillow' for real After that emotional drama, Blackthorne enters Mariko's chambers for a passionate candlelit tryst.
—Bryan Alexander, USA TODAY, 17 Apr. 2024
Other highlights include a blanket ($2,800) and a decorative pillow ($380) made from gray cashmere.
—Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 16 Apr. 2024
Some vague silly dream of hers involving the goose-feather pillow, how such a hefty pillow might be pressed over a face . .
—Joyce Carol Oates, The New Yorker, 15 Apr. 2024
The clouds slowly turn into pillows, which drift through the air before shapeshifting into gently rippling bed sheets.
—Charley Ward, Condé Nast Traveler, 11 Apr. 2024
After stripping it of pillows and linens, inspect for any stains.
—Caitlin Sole, Better Homes & Gardens, 16 Apr. 2024
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“Pillow.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/pillow. Accessed 3 May. 2024.
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pillow
1 of 2 noun
pil·low
ˈpil-ō 
: a bag filled with soft or springy material used as a cushion usually for the head of a person lying down
pillow
2 of 2 verb1
: to place on or as if on a pillow
2
: to serve as a pillow for
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