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

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Maybe some plates and cutlery could go to a thrift shop, and some furniture. —Colm Tóibín, The New Yorker, 2 Mar. 2025

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Lighter furniture or pieces that utilize glass can also help your windows regain their starring role. —Patricia Shannon, Southern Living, 28 Feb. 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