throw pillow
Definition
Noun: A small, often decorative cushion, typically not used for sleeping or head support, but placed on furniture like sofas, chairs, or beds for added comfort, color, or style.
Usage
A "throw pillow" is a furnishing accessory. It is "thrown" or placed onto a piece of furniture to enhance its appearance. Its primary purpose is decorative, though it can also provide minor back or arm support.
Examples
- She arranged several colorful throw pillows on the couch.
- The bed was made with crisp sheets and two velvet throw pillows at the head.
- I like to prop a throw pillow behind my back when I read in the armchair.
Advanced Usage
- "Throw pillow" vs. "Bed pillow": A "throw pillow" is distinct from a standard bed pillow, which is larger and designed for sleeping.
- Design Element: In interior design, throw pillows are used to introduce patterns, textures, and accent colors to a room.
Variants and Related Words
- Accent pillow: A synonym often used interchangeably with "throw pillow," emphasizing its decorative role.
- Cushion: A more general term for a padded bag filled with soft material. All throw pillows are cushions, but not all cushions (e.g., seat cushions) are throw pillows.
- Toss pillow: Another common synonym for "throw pillow."
Synonyms
- Accent pillow
- Toss pillow
- Decorative cushion
Related Phrases
- Pillow sham: A decorative cover for a bed pillow, often used with throw pillows in bedding ensembles.
- Pillow arrangement: The deliberate placement and styling of throw pillows on furniture.
Noun
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a small cushion that is used for decorative purposes
