pillow
noun
pil·low
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Definition of pillow
(Entry 1 of 2)
1a
: 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
pillow
verb
pillowed;
pillowing;
pillows
Definition of pillow (Entry 2 of 2)
: to lay or rest one's head on or as if on a pillow
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Other Words from pillow
Noun
pillowy
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adjective
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adjective
Examples of pillow in a Sentence
Recent Examples on the Web: Noun
Measuring 19 inches by 14 inches, and available in seven thicknesses, these hypoallergenic and machine washable portable pillows are crafted for each individual consumer based on body sizes and sleep positions. — Necee Regis, BostonGlobe.com, "Here, there, and everywhere," 3 Sep. 2019 More comfortable bedding and large maternity pillows are permitted. — Angie Leventis Lourgos, chicagotribune.com, "Pregnant behind bars: A downstate prison opens a special wing for mothers-to-be and postpartum inmates," 2 Sep. 2019 Several Union Jack pillows cover his chairs, a reminder of his pilgrimages in the United Kingdom. — Jamie Swinnerton, Houston Chronicle, "Rev. Randall Trego leads with listening as director of spiritual care for Houston Methodist The Woodlands Hospital," 30 Aug. 2019 Ingo’s Tasty Food Ingo’s crispy breaded breast shines with a smear of spicy aioli and a pillow-soft bun from the LGO bakeshop. — Dominic Armato, azcentral, "Forget Popeyes and Chick-fil-A. These 13 chicken sandwiches in metro Phoenix are better," 28 Aug. 2019 Blood was splattered over the wall and ceiling; there was so much of it, the victim’s pillow was drenched crimson. — Lynette Rice, EW.com, "The tragic, unsolved murder of Hogan's Heroes star Bob Crane," 26 Aug. 2019 Each Polaris seat is up to 23 inches wide and 78 inches long in bed mode, and features luxe amenities like fluffy Saks Fifth Avenue bedding and gel pillows. — Eric Rosen, Condé Nast Traveler, "The World's Best Business Class Seats, and How to Fly Them on Points and Miles," 21 Aug. 2019 The 112-room hotel, part of Hilton’s Tapestry Collection, plays up the farm theme with tasteful modern farm murals, large black-and-white cowboy photos and lobby pillows with pig and horse faces. — Melanie D.g. Kaplan / Washington Post, Twin Cities, "Des Moines is on the move with an emerging food and cocktail scene," 20 Aug. 2019 His friends tossed pillows onto the ground to cushion his landing. — The Economist, "Confessions of an Islamic State fighter," 16 Aug. 2019Recent Examples on the Web: Verb
The first 200 children 12 and under will get special heart pillows with arms. — Erik S. Hanley, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, "My first IKEA experience: What newbies can expect when the store opens in Oak Creek May 16," 9 May 2018 As part of the partnership’s #HugOneGiveOne campaign, Pillow of Health matches any purchase of their kids pillow with a donation of one pillow to a child with cancer at Lurie. — Gwendolyn Purdom, RedEye Chicago, "Do good making kids with cancer more comfortable with Cal’s Angels," 24 Jan. 2018 As friends of the NFL are aware, The League, rightfully running scared from the head injury repercussions, has been doing its best to pillow the blows which lead to lawsuits, and thus, shorter pockets for billionaires. — Nick Canepa, sandiegouniontribune.com, "Soft NFL would be even softer if kickoff returns got the boot," 21 Apr. 2018 Banquette cushion fabric: Odyssey in Pumice (796-208) and pillow fabric (striped): Jake Stripe in Pebble Beach (800-40) by Perennials (perennialsfabrics.com). — Southern Living, "Source Guide - February 2013," 2 Jan. 2013 Window treatment and pillow fabric: Montmartre in Clay/Blue and blue pillow fabric: Crillon Linen in Seafoam, both from the Suzanne Kasler collection by Lee Jofa (leejofa.com). — Southern Living, "Source Guide - September 2013," 14 Aug. 2013 The best, easiest and most affordable way to change your space up with the season to reflect a cozier atmosphere is to rotate decor like throws and pillows on a quarterly (or bi-annual) basis. — Ariel Okin, Vogue, "5 Easy Ways to Cozy Up Your Home for Fall," 30 Sep. 2017 The spices are fragrant and warm, a perfect contrast to pillow-y pita and cool, garlicky tzatziki. — Anna Thomas Bates, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, "Shortcut 'gyros' leave time for picture-worthy fun," 23 Aug. 2017 A cabin without a mattress rented for one dollar; a mattress for two people cost an extra twenty-five cents, and blankets, sheets, and pillows another fifty cents. — Andrew Wood, Smithsonian, "The Rise and Fall of the Great American Motel," 1 July 2017These example sentences are selected automatically from various online news sources to reflect current usage of the word 'pillow.' Views expressed in the examples do not represent the opinion of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback.
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More Definitions for pillow
pillow
noun
English Language Learners Definition of pillow
: a bag filled with soft material that is used as a cushion usually for the head of a person who is lying down
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pillow
noun
pil·low
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Kids Definition of pillow
: a bag filled with soft or springy material used as a cushion usually for the head of a person lying down
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