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Pillows

A soft cushion used to support the head in bed.

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noun
  1. 1

    A soft cushion used to support the head in bed.

  2. 2

    A pillow lava.

  3. 3

    A piece of metal or wood, forming a support to equalize pressure; a brass; a pillow block.

  4. 4

    A block under the inner end of a bowsprit.

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