pillow
head support / cushion / to support with softness
NounTransitive Verb
pl: pillowspast: pillowedpp: pilloweding: pillowing
This term evokes a sense of softness, comfort, and domesticity. It is primarily associated with sleep, relaxation, and the physical act of resting the head. While it refers to a specific household object, the feeling it conveys is one of safety and ease. As a verb, the word shifts from a concrete object to an action of providing support. It often carries a nurturing or protective connotation, particularly when describing the act of cushioning a child or a loved one.
Meanings
Noun
A rectangular cloth bag filled with soft material, used to support the head when lying down.
"She propped herself up on a silk pillow."
Noun
A soft cushion used for comfort or support on a chair, sofa, or floor.
"The living room was filled with oversized floor pillows."