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 Other designs take a more creative approach, placing the lamp and tabletop side by side within a single piece of furniture. — Kate McGregor, Architectural Digest, 26 Oct. 2026 Everything from the kitchen appliances to the furniture was pink, the singer’s signature color. — Tracey Teo, AJC.com, 26 Oct. 2026 Her parents, as many do, passed down some furniture and paintings. — Elise Taylor, Vanity Fair, 26 Oct. 2026 The light fixtures, furniture, carpet, utensils and even the napkin rings all matched. — Stephanie Nolasco, FOXNews.com, 24 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for furniture

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