IPA: /tɔɪt/
KK: /tɔɪt/
A type of cushion or soft seat, often used for sitting or resting.
She placed a toit on the floor for extra comfort while reading.
This word originates from Old French 'toit', meaning roof or covering. It refers specifically to the upper structure of a building that provides shelter.
Think of a roof as a covering for a building — that's why 'toit' means roof.