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Definition
An embroidered pillow, used as a metaphor for an attractive but superficial person with no real talent or substance.
How it's used
This idiom functions as a noun phrase to describe a person who is aesthetically pleasing but lacks intelligence, skill, or moral depth. It is often used in professional or academic contexts to criticize someone who has managed to secure a position based solely on their appearance or superficial charm. The imagery of an embroidered pillow emphasizes that the exterior is beautifully crafted while the interior is filled with nothing but soft, useless stuffing.
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Common mistake
Do not use this to describe an object that is actually a pillow. It is strictly a metaphorical insult for a person, and using it for an actual decorative pillow will cause confusion.
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