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pillowcase

American  
[pil-oh-keys] / ˈpɪl oʊˌkeɪs /

noun

  1. a removable sacklike covering, usually of cotton, drawn over a pillow.

pillowcase British  
/ ˈpɪləʊˌslɪp, ˈpɪləʊˌkeɪs /

noun

  1. a removable washable cover of cotton, linen, nylon, etc, for a pillow

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Etymology

Origin of pillowcase

First recorded in 1715–25; pillow + case 1

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Sarah Pillowcase examined: Was chambermaid at the Tinder-box and Flint, New Cut; had known defendant since she was a child—also knew plaintiff’s wife.

From Punch, or the London Charivari, Volume 1, December 4, 1841 by Various

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