throw pillow

noun

: a small pillow used especially as a decorative accessory

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There are vibrant wreaths, gourmand candles, and festive throw pillows—all for under $50. Mariana Best, Better Homes & Gardens, 1 Sep. 2025 While some items, like clothes or seat covers, can go straight into the wash, the same can’t be said for things like throw pillows or fabric headboards. Cody Godwin, USA Today, 31 Aug. 2025 Below, shop area rugs, throw pillows, crossbody bags, cordless vacuums, and more starting at just $4. Rachel Trujillo, People.com, 26 Aug. 2025 Here are five handy methods for de-pilling throw pillows. Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 18 Aug. 2025 See All Example Sentences for throw pillow

Word History

First Known Use

1926, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of throw pillow was in 1926

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“Throw pillow.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/throw%20pillow. Accessed 11 Sep. 2025.

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