PIL'LOW, n. L. pulvinar from L. pilus, hair, or from stuffing.
1. A long cushion to support the head of a person when reposing on a bed a sack or case filled with feathers, down or other soft material.
2. In a ship, the block on which the inner end of a bowsprit is supported.
The pillow of a plow, is a cross piece of wood which serves to raise or lower the beam.
PIL'LOW, To rest or lay on for support.
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