furnishing

noun

fur·​nish·​ing ˈfər-ni-shiŋ How to pronounce furnishing (audio)
1
: an article or accessory of dress
usually used in plural
2
: an object that tends to increase comfort or utility
especially : an article of furniture for the interior of a building
usually used in plural

Examples of furnishing in a Sentence

we moved the furnishings out of the room so we could sand down and refinish the wood floor
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Here, Ford balanced a geometric Apparatus pendant overhead with handcrafted furnishings by Sawkille Co. and Dos Gallos, and a wool rug by Kravet. Elizabeth Fazzare, Architectural Digest, 17 Feb. 2025 Italia furnishings always look so elegant, therefore, the chairs, sofas, and beds elevate the rooms a little compared to the stark surroundings. Bill Desowitz, IndieWire, 17 Feb. 2025 Along with providing case management and supportive services, each living space features private bathrooms, kitchenettes and modern furnishings. Devan Patel, The Mercury News, 13 Feb. 2025 Inspired by his love of European architecture and design, Pellatt decorated Casa Loma with lavish furnishings, including bronze doors, a stained glass ceiling, marble fountains, and fur rugs. Gulnaz Khan, AFAR Media, 13 Feb. 2025 See all Example Sentences for furnishing 

Word History

First Known Use

1594, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of furnishing was in 1594

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“Furnishing.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/furnishing. Accessed 21 Feb. 2025.

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