pillowcase

Bedding fabric envelope

A pillowcase is the removable cloth cover that fits over a pillow, protecting it and providing a washable surface to sleep on.

Most are simple fabric sleeves open at one end: I need to change the pillowcases.

Also called a pillowslip.

fabric

cotton

Plant fiber for textiles

  • linenFlax-derived textile
  • silkFine woven insect fiber
  • sateenGlossy-faced cotton weave

percale · flannel · microfiber · jersey · polyester · twill · batiste · muslin · bamboo · satin

bedding

sham

Fraudulent imitation

duvet · bedsheet · bedspread · coverlet · comforter · blanket · quilt · bedclothes · set · matching

style

sham

Fraudulent imitation

piping · trim · tassel · fringe · beading · sequin · motif · damask · brocade · chintz

sleep

rest

Cessation of activity

  • slumberLight, restful unconsciousness
  • bedtimeDesignated hour for retiring
  • dreamsInvoluntary sleep visions

nap · cushioning · softness · coolness · comfort · nightstand · bedroom · head · neck · support

care

laundry

Items needing cleaning

stain · bleach · tumble-dry · wrinkle · fading · pilling · shrinkage · replacement · rotation · freshness

Categories
Opposites
covering vs. contents

pillowcasepillow stuffing

Cushion's inner material

pillow insert · polyester fill · batting

Phrases
Family

pillowcases

Familiarity
Top 10,000
Profile
Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Everyday, not technical · Rated G