eye pillow

American  

[ahy pil-oh] / ˈaɪ ˌpɪl oʊ /

noun

1. a small pillow, typically filled with flaxseed and fragrance, placed over the eyes to block out light and provide a gentle, soothing pressure.

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Etymology

Origin of eye pillow

First recorded in 1990–95

Example Sentences

Whip up a fabric eye pillow, and fill it with rice and dried lavender for a dose of well-deserved calm.

From Seattle Times • Dec. 4, 2021

An eye pillow requires you to settle down while lying on your back — all the better to enjoy deep, relaxing breaths.

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 30, 2020

And you must be still, or else the eye pillow will just plop off.

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 30, 2020

Have you thought about some camomile tea and a nice lavender eye pillow?

From Salon • Jun. 28, 2012

The flaxseed eye pillow and lavender-infused neck wrap will help you look your best as you head back to Southfork for another 60 minutes of intrigue and romance.

From Southern Living • Jun. 7, 2012