pillowcase

noun

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

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Birdie cried and slept and cried, then woke to an oily splotch on the pillowcase. — Rachel Yoder, New Yorker, 2 Aug. 2026 Satin pillowcases protect hair and skin overnight by minimizing friction, frizz and dryness. — ABC News, 25 July 2026 Alternatively, focus on hair and scalp health by incorporating this red-light brush and silk pillowcase into your routine. — Izzy Baskette, PEOPLE, 23 July 2026 For delicate items, like patent leather shoes or belts, wrap them in a clean pillowcase or soft cloth before bagging to avoid direct pressure from other frozen goods. — Lauren Bengtson, Better Homes & Gardens, 17 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for pillowcase

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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

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

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