upholstery
noun
up·hol·stery
(ˌ)əp-ˈhōl-st(ə-)rē 
(ˌ)ə-ˈpōl-
plural upholsteries
: materials (such as fabric, padding, and springs) used to make a soft covering especially for a seat
Examples of upholstery in a Sentence
an old chair that needs new upholstery
He learned upholstery from his father.
Recent Examples on the Web
For this reason, a quality dog raincoat can be a life (and upholstery) saver.
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Cai Cramer, Peoplemag, 15 Apr. 2024
While accent pillows are a great way to add color, consider adding color with rugs, art, upholstery, accessories or drapery.
—Marni Jameson, The Mercury News, 4 Apr. 2024
How to sell: Fill out this consignment form to sell neutral upholstery, brand furniture, lighting and accessories, traditional antiques and vintage pieces at 50% off its selling price.
—Kayleigh Ruller, Charlotte Observer, 2 Apr. 2024
With her velvety turquoise skin (or, as more prosaic sorts might call it, upholstery), oversize maw (with rounded white teeth positioned between the cushions) and circular eyes with curling lashes, Chairry was an important precursor to Barney, the singing dinosaur who emerged six years later.
—Evan Moffitt, New York Times, 28 Mar. 2024
Bigger picture the goal is to use generative art in the commercial design sphere, serving the GenZ and Gen Alpha consumer who crave unique pieces from upholstery to wallpaper.
—Stephanie Hirschmiller, Forbes, 25 Feb. 2024
My tester had the American Walnut interior trim and Capstone semi-aniline leather upholstery that smelled great, felt great and looked great.
—Josh Max, Forbes, 28 Mar. 2024
This model also comes with a tangle-free turbine tool (for removing dirt and pet hair from upholstery) and a grooming tool for pets with medium or long hair.
—Brenda Stolyar, WIRED, 16 Mar. 2024
Each one cleans carpet, upholstery, and hard floors, effectively snapping up small debris like dust and dirt plus larger particles like hair and food crumbs.
—Clara McMahon, Peoplemag, 20 Mar. 2024
Cai Cramer, Peoplemag, 15 Apr. 2024
While accent pillows are a great way to add color, consider adding color with rugs, art, upholstery, accessories or drapery.
—Marni Jameson, The Mercury News, 4 Apr. 2024
How to sell: Fill out this consignment form to sell neutral upholstery, brand furniture, lighting and accessories, traditional antiques and vintage pieces at 50% off its selling price.
—Kayleigh Ruller, Charlotte Observer, 2 Apr. 2024
With her velvety turquoise skin (or, as more prosaic sorts might call it, upholstery), oversize maw (with rounded white teeth positioned between the cushions) and circular eyes with curling lashes, Chairry was an important precursor to Barney, the singing dinosaur who emerged six years later.
—Evan Moffitt, New York Times, 28 Mar. 2024
Bigger picture the goal is to use generative art in the commercial design sphere, serving the GenZ and Gen Alpha consumer who crave unique pieces from upholstery to wallpaper.
—Stephanie Hirschmiller, Forbes, 25 Feb. 2024
My tester had the American Walnut interior trim and Capstone semi-aniline leather upholstery that smelled great, felt great and looked great.
—Josh Max, Forbes, 28 Mar. 2024
This model also comes with a tangle-free turbine tool (for removing dirt and pet hair from upholstery) and a grooming tool for pets with medium or long hair.
—Brenda Stolyar, WIRED, 16 Mar. 2024
Each one cleans carpet, upholstery, and hard floors, effectively snapping up small debris like dust and dirt plus larger particles like hair and food crumbs.
—Clara McMahon, Peoplemag, 20 Mar. 2024
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“Upholstery.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/upholstery. Accessed 19 Apr. 2024.
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upholstery
noun
up·hol·stery
(ˌ)əp-ˈhōl-st(ə-)rē
(ˌ)ə-ˈpōl-
plural upholsteries
: materials (as fabric, padding, and springs) used to make a soft covering especially for a seat
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