Oreiller (en. Pillow)

/ɔʁɛ.je/

Meaning & Definition

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noun

Definition: Cushion intended to support the head during sleep.

Example sentence: I bought a new latex pillow.

J'ai acheté un nouvel oreiller en latex.

Definition: Part of a bed that serves as support for the head.

Example sentence: The pillow must be comfortable for a good sleep.

L'oreiller doit être confortable pour bien dormir.

Definition: Generally padded object used in various contexts related to rest.

Example sentence: She placed her pillow on the couch.

Elle a mis son oreiller sur le canapé.

Etymology/Origin: The word 'pillow' comes from the Latin 'aureolum', a diminutive of 'aureus', meaning 'golden'.

Phrase: to have one's head in the pillow

Meaning: To be in a state of drowsiness or fatigue.

avoir la tête dans l'oreiller

Phrase: to lay one's head on the pillow

Meaning: To fall asleep or to rest.

coucher la tête sur l'oreiller

Phrase: fluffy pillow

Meaning: A very soft pillow filled with feathers.

oreiller pétri

Related word: cushion

Description: Padded object used for comfort or support.

coussin

Related word: mattress

Description: Padded support on which one sleeps.

matelas

Related word: bed

Description: Furniture used for sleeping.

lit

Slang meaning: Backup pillow

Example: He uses an old t-shirt as a backup pillow when he travels.

Il utilise un vieux t-shirt comme oreiller de secours quand il voyage.

Slang meaning: Party pillow

Example: After the party, everyone collapsed on their party pillow.

Après la fête, tout le monde s'est écroulé sur son oreiller de soirée.