furniture

noun

fur·​ni·​ture ˈfər-ni-chər How to pronounce furniture (audio)
: equipment that is necessary, useful, or desirable: such as
a
archaic : the trappings of a horse
b
: movable articles used in readying an area (such as a room or patio) for occupancy or use

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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When planning, walk through each room and imagine where appliances, electronics, and furniture will go. Lauren Bengtson, Better Homes & Gardens, 25 Oct. 2025 Each space has period furniture, original millwork, and all of the luxe amenities discerning travelers expect. Erika Ebsworth-Goold, Travel + Leisure, 25 Oct. 2025 The character was loosely inspired by Ed Gein, a real serial killer and grave robber from Wisconsin who dug up corpses and used their bones and skin to make everything from clothing to furniture and even silverware. Keith Langston, PEOPLE, 25 Oct. 2025 When Howard was 12 years old, her mother opened a store in Michigan selling new women’s high-end clothing and accessories alongside early American furniture. Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 24 Oct. 2025 See All Example Sentences for furniture

Word History

Etymology

Middle French fourniture, from fournir

First Known Use

1542, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
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 27 Oct. 2025.

Kids Definition

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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