furniture

noun

fur·​ni·​ture ˈfər-ni-chər How to pronounce furniture (audio)
Synonyms of furniturenext
: equipment or articles that are necessary, useful, or desirable: such as
a
: movable articles (such as tables, beds, chairs. etc.) used to make a room ready for use
living room furniture
office furniture
b
archaic : the trappings of a horse

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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
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The goal is not just a smaller number on the scale, but a healthier cat that can move comfortably and still have energy for window patrol and the occasional furniture parkour routine. — Lauren Paige Richeson, USA Today, 28 Aug. 2026 The Article Labor Day sale ranks high among my favorite furniture blowouts to shop, especially during a time when there’s no shortage of genuinely good deals. — Audrey Lee, Architectural Digest, 27 Aug. 2026 Heavy Window Treatments Just like removing bulky furniture can make your home appear more spacious, the same can be said about your window treatments. — Ashlyn Needham, Southern Living, 27 Aug. 2026 These are ideal for securing large items such as furniture or lawn-care equipment. — Bestreviews, Mercury News, 27 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for furniture

Word History

Etymology

Middle French fourniture, from fournir

First Known Use

1542, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of furniture was in 1542

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“Furniture.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/furniture. Accessed 30 Aug. 2026.

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furniture

noun
fur·​ni·​ture ˈfər-ni-chər How to pronounce furniture (audio)
: movable articles (as chairs, tables, or beds) used in making a room ready for use

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