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Pillow

Anything used to support the head of a person when reposing; especially, a sack or case filled with feathers, down, hair, or other soft material.

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Bolster 76% connected

A long pillow or cushion, used to support the head of a person lying on a bed; -- generally laid under the pillows.

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Cushion 76% connected

A case or bag stuffed with some soft and elastic material, and used to sit or recline upon; a soft pillow or pad.

oewn 2023 0% interchangeable

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Lay 76% connected

of Lie, to recline.

oewn 2023 0% interchangeable

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Place 76% connected

Any portion of space regarded as measured off or distinct from all other space, or appropriated to some definite object or use; position; ground; sit…

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Pose 76% connected

Standing still, with all the feet on the ground; -- said of the attitude of a lion, horse, or other beast.

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Position 76% connected

The state of being posited, or placed; the manner in which anything is placed; attitude; condition; as, a firm, an inclined, or an upright position.

oewn 2023 0% interchangeable

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Put 76% connected

A pit.

oewn 2023 0% interchangeable

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Set 76% connected

of Set

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Rest 92% connected

To arrest.

oewn 2023 68% interchangeable

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