throw pillow

noun

: a small pillow used especially as a decorative accessory

Examples of throw pillow in a Sentence

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Scattered on the chairs and couches are throw pillows made from vintage rock T-shirts. — Steve Appleford, SPIN, 6 July 2026 Best Pottery Barn Outlet Decor Deals Shop outlet decor deals for every room, including soft suede throw pillow covers for the living room and classic striped tea towels for the kitchen. — Caley Sturgill, Southern Living, 3 July 2026 An easy way to refresh your home is by swapping out the cases on your throw pillows. — Izzy Baskette, PEOPLE, 3 July 2026 Don't overdress the bed with excess throw pillows and blankets. — Kristin Hohenadel, The Spruce, 29 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for throw pillow

Word History

First Known Use

1926, in the meaning defined above

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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 13 Jul. 2026.

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