pillow

/ˈpɪləʊ/noun

A soft pad placed under the head for comfort while sleeping or resting.

Example sentence

“She fluffed up her pillow and turned off the light.”

Shows up in compounds like 'pillowcase' and 'pillow fight'. 'Pillow talk' means private conversation between partners.

Related words

cushionA cloth bag filled with soft material, placed on seats or leaned against for comfort.blanketA thick, soft piece of cloth, often wool, that people pull over themselves to stay warm in bed.applianceAn electrical machine, such as a refrigerator or washing machine, used for everyday tasks at home or in an office.mirrorA piece of glass with a shiny backing that reflects light, showing you an image of whatever is in front of it.laundryA room or place where clothes and other items are washed; also, the clothes themselves that need washing.drawerA box-shaped container without a top that slides in and out of a piece of furniture and holds clothes or other items.