pillowcase

noun

pil·​low·​case ˈpi-lə-ˌkās How to pronounce pillowcase (audio)
-lō-
: a removable covering for a pillow

Examples of pillowcase in a Sentence

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After only one week, pillowcases contain 17,000 more bacteria particles than a toilet seat4. Mary Cornetta, Better Homes & Gardens, 24 Sep. 2025 Baker has had her sheet set for over six months and noticed that some of her hair products leave residue on the pillowcases, even after running them through the wash. Nashia Baker, Architectural Digest, 23 Sep. 2025 Extras include gua sha (my holy grail), jade rollers, satin pillowcases, or even a label-maker for your product shelf. Essence, 18 Sep. 2025 The burglars used my pillowcases to haul off heirloom jewelry. Jennifer Jolly, USA Today, 14 Sep. 2025 See All Example Sentences for pillowcase

Word History

First Known Use

1633, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of pillowcase was in 1633

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“Pillowcase.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/pillowcase. Accessed 1 Oct. 2025.

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pillowcase

noun
pil·​low·​case ˈpil-ō-ˌkās How to pronounce pillowcase (audio)
: a removable covering for a pillow

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