furniture

noun

fur·​ni·​ture ˈfər-ni-chər 

: 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

Synonyms of furniture

• furnishings

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

The new flagship expands beyond fashion with home objects, Japanese craftsmanship, furniture, literature and rotating cultural installations. — Ryma Chikhoune, Footwear News, 10 July 2026

The overall aesthetic is simplistic and filled with natural light, with a tasteful (never cluttered) array of antiques and more modern furniture pieces interspersed throughout. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 10 July 2026

Santos moving to Old Trafford would be a welcome piece of new furniture as United renovate their midfield home, but the living room still lacks a centrepiece for everything to be placed around. — Carl Anka, New York Times, 10 July 2026

Vacuum all surfaces, including mattresses, box springs and furniture. — Kate Linderman, Sacbee.com, 10 July 2026

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