shelvings

noun

plural of shelving
as in wardrobes

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  1. wardrobes
  2. armoires
  3. cabinets
Noun
  • As well as offering plenty of new old Polo classics and rarities to add to their wardrobes, the festival featured a plethora of pursuits for the crowds of Polo-maniacs to relish.
    — Luke Leitch, Vogue, 26 Oct. 2026
  • Throughout 2026 several high-profile figures incorporated the look into their red carpet wardrobes, with the style becoming more popular following the spring 2027 fashion month.
    — Julia Teti, Footwear News, 23 Oct. 2026
Definition of wardrobes
Noun
  • Some thrift stores may accept oversized furniture like executive desks, entertainment centers, and armoires, as well as upholstered pieces like couches and sectionals.
    — Kate Van Pelt, The Spruce, 28 Sep. 2026
  • Meanwhile, the rise of flatscreen TVs made large armoires irrelevant once they were no longer needed to conceal bulkier displays.
    — Brandon Presser, Bloomberg, 22 May 2026
Definition of armoires
Noun
  • Look critically at the items that fill your drawers and cabinets, too.
    — Rose Kennedy, AJC.com, 28 Oct. 2026
  • The kitchen is lined in Heath Ceramics tile with mossy green wood cabinets that speak to the region's signature architecture.
    — Angela Tafoya, Vogue, 27 Oct. 2026
Definition of cabinets
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