Basic Details
Word: Pillow
Part of Speech: Noun
Meaning: A cushion used to support your head when you are sleeping or resting.
Synonyms: Cushion, headrest, bolster
Antonyms: N/A
Idioms and Phrases
- Catch some Z's: To get some sleep. Example: "After studying all night, I need to catch some Z's before my exam."
- Pillow talk: Conversations that happen in bed, usually intimate or personal. Example: "They enjoyed pillow talk after a long day spent together."
Usage Examples
Example 1: I like to have a soft pillow to rest my head on when I go to sleep.
Example 2: The fluffy pillow gave her the comfort she needed after a long day.
Example 3: He hugged his pillow tightly as he fell asleep, dreaming of wonderful adventures.
Fun Fact
Did you know that the first pillows were made of stone? Ancient Egyptians used them to keep their heads off the ground while they slept!
Famous Quote
"A good laugh and a long sleep are the best cures in the doctors book." Irish proverb
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "pillow" mean?
a) A type of blanket
b) A cushion for your head during sleep
c) A piece of furniture
d) A floor mat
Answer: b) A cushion for your head during sleep
2. Which of these is a synonym of "pillow"?
a) Sheet
b) Cushion
c) Bed
d) Blanket
Answer: b) Cushion
3. Which of the following is an antonym of "pillow"?
a) N/A
b) Bed
c) Chair
d) Table
Answer: a) N/A
4. Which sentence uses "pillow" correctly?
a) She placed her pillow on the sofa.
b) The pillow flew across the room.
c) He needs a pillow to eat his dinner.
d) The pillow helps support his head when sleeping.
Answer: d) The pillow helps support his head when sleeping.
5. What does "pillow talk" mean?
a) Silent time in bed
b) Talking about dreams only
c) Conversations while lying in bed
d) Yawning loudly
Answer: c) Conversations while lying in bed
