pillowcase

noun

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

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Still, a spare pillowcase has tons of versatile uses for travel. Alesandra Dubin, Southern Living, 20 May 2025 Parachute Percale Sheet Set $269 $188 Parachute For subtle traces of butter yellow, try this percale set from Parachute that comes with one pillowcase, a flat sheet, and a top sheet beneath your choice of duvet. Julia Harrison, Architectural Digest, 19 May 2025 Like the matching quilt, these pillowcases meet the Nest standards that ensure products are ethically produced and made. Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 13 May 2025 The pillowcase is available in several colors and features an envelope closure to keep your case securely on. Nora Colomer May Earn A Commission If You Buy Through Our Referral Links. This Content Was Created By A Team That Works Independently From The Fox Newsroom., FOXNews.com, 3 May 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 2 Jun. 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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