headrest

noun

head·​rest ˈhed-ˌrest How to pronounce headrest (audio)
1
: a support for the head
2

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On each headrest, the number 10 is embroidered, and the number 10 is on the steering wheel as well. Erik Shilling, Robb Report, 4 Feb. 2026 Emirates premium economy seats have a pitch of up to 40 inches and a recline of eight inches, as well as a six-way adjustable headrest and calf and footrest stands to help passengers really stretch out. Sophie Prideaux, Condé Nast Traveler, 28 Jan. 2026 Its ergonomic design includes an adjustable headrest and a lumbar pillow for maximum comfort. Ali Faccenda, PEOPLE, 12 Jan. 2026 Multi-density sponges – wrapped in impossibly soft elastic micro-linen fabric – in the seat and headrest contoured to every curve in my anatomy, deliberately cupping each vertebra as if the chair were custom fitted to me, and me only. New Atlas, 1 Jan. 2026 See All Example Sentences for headrest

Word History

First Known Use

1833, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of headrest was in 1833

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“Headrest.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/headrest. Accessed 14 Feb. 2026.

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headrest

noun
head·​rest ˈhed-ˌrest How to pronounce headrest (audio)
: a support for the head

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