FURNITURE Synonyms: 17 Similar and Opposite Words

furniture

noun

ˈfər-ni-chər

Definition of furniture

as in furnishings

the movable articles (such as tables and chairs) in a room we bought all new furniture for our new house

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Recent Examples of furniture Meanwhile, hardwood sawtimber, consists of oak and other big trees used in flooring, furniture and pallets. — Kevin Williams, CNBC, 17 Oct. 2026 Her ambitions also extend to Fendi Casa, where the designer is researching furniture, textiles, colors and materials to establish a more recognizable language for the home. — Ryma Chikhoune, Footwear News, 16 Oct. 2026 Morning coffee, a work call under shade, weeknight dinner and a wind-down soak each earn their own outdoor room, with the furniture, shade and surfacing that activity requires. — Lauren Schuster, Kansas City Star, 16 Oct. 2026 Of course, his furniture is also fabulous, spanning myriad eras and styles, with leitmotifs of gilding and chinoiserie. — Sam Cochran, Architectural Digest, 16 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for furniture

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