throw pillow

American  

noun

1. a small pillow placed on a chair, couch, etc., primarily for decoration.

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Etymology

Origin of throw pillow

First recorded in 1955–60

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throw pillow

After all of those quips and memes that made up the movie’s legacy, the last thing I anticipated was to feel completely hollowed out, sobbing into a throw pillow.

From Salon ● Jun. 21, 2025

Compulsive neatniks will appreciate West Elm’s throw pillow made of 100% Sunbrella canvas acrylic fabric — a textile that can withstand kids, pets, rain, mildew, fading, chlorine and stains.

From Los Angeles Times ● Dec. 1, 2022

He treats Leo as a good-luck charm and Castor as a throw pillow: comforting and disposable.

From New York Times ● Apr. 12, 2022

They’ll take a photo of your pet and turn it into everything from a framed, illustrated portrait to a personalized throw pillow.

From Seattle Times ● Nov. 9, 2021

"Honey, I wish you would," their dad said, throwing a throw pillow at her.

From "Eleanor & Park" by Rainbow Rowell