pillowcase

noun

pil·​low·​case ˈpi-lə-ˌkās How to pronounce pillowcase (audio)
-lō-
: a removable covering for a pillow

Examples of pillowcase in a Sentence

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Do certain types of pillows and pillowcases help with wrinkles? Marci Robin, Allure, 24 Feb. 2025 The line features silk pillowcases, sleep masks and scrunchies adorned with dreamy tropical prints of pineapples and palms. Pooja Shah, Forbes, 24 Feb. 2025 While silk does have antimicrobial properties, pillowcases, like your face, need to be washed regularly to avoid harboring bacteria. Morgan Fargo, Vogue, 20 Feb. 2025 Take this opportunity to save a bunch on the brand’s bamboo bedding bundle: A complete set of sheets, pillowcases, and a duvet cover will run you just over $600 (down from $866). Abbey Stone, SELF, 13 Feb. 2025 See All Example Sentences for pillowcase

Word History

First Known Use

1633, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of pillowcase was in 1633

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“Pillowcase.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/pillowcase. Accessed 4 Mar. 2025.

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pillowcase

noun
pil·​low·​case ˈpil-ō-ˌkās How to pronounce pillowcase (audio)
: a removable covering for a pillow

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