furniture

noun

fur·​ni·​ture ˈfər-ni-chər 

: equipment that is necessary, useful, or desirable: such as

a

archaic : the trappings of a horse

b

: movable articles used in readying an area (such as a room or patio) for occupancy or use

Synonyms

• appointments
• cabinetwork
• furnishings
• movables
• moveables

Examples of furniture in a Sentence

They bought some new furniture for the house.

The office furniture is wearing out.

a large piece of furniture

Recent Examples on the Web

In any living room, a coffee table is an important piece of furniture. —Rachel Trujillo, People.com, 27 Mar. 2025

In addition to the structure, historical documents, bronze vessels and remains of ancient furniture were also found. —Ashley J. Dimella Fox News, FOXNews.com, 26 Mar. 2025

The items might be anything from furniture to costumes to the actors themselves. —Tamara Kostova, Forbes.com, 26 Mar. 2025

There’s also a tasteful smattering of antique furniture throughout the space, like the press of the ancient port of Ripetta in Rome that hangs above the dining table. —Nicole Kliest, Vogue, 26 Mar. 2025

Word History

Etymology

Middle French fourniture, from fournir

First Known Use

1542, in the meaning defined above

Phrases Containing furniture

• furniture beetle

Kids Definition

furniture

noun

fur·​ni·​ture ˈfər-ni-chər 

: movable articles (as chairs, tables, or beds) used in making a room ready for use