throw pillow

noun

: a small pillow used especially as a decorative accessory

Examples of throw pillow in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Cool hues of pistachio and coral skip across the spaces, with corduroy swivel chairs and floral throw pillows that feel straight out of your grandma’s house yet are effortlessly cool. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 13 July 2026

And last but certainly not least, carefully fluff throw pillows. — Betsy Cribb Watson, Southern Living, 11 July 2026

Scattered on the chairs and couches are throw pillows made from vintage rock T-shirts. — Steve Appleford, SPIN, 6 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

Word History

First Known Use

1926, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for throw pillow

• caudillo
• armadillo
• billow