Definition
pillowslip
noun
- a removable cover for a pillow, typically made of cotton or linen
Usage: Also called pillowcase; more common in British English
Examples
- She washed the pillowslips along with the other bedding.
- The white cotton pillowslip felt soft against her cheek.
- He slipped a fresh pillowslip onto the pillow before bed.
- The set included two sheets and two matching pillowslips.
- Grandma embroidered delicate patterns on her linen pillowslips.