furnishing

noun

fur·​nish·​ing ˈfər-ni-shiŋ 

1

: an article or accessory of dress

—usually used in plural

2

: an object that tends to increase comfort or utility

especially : an article of furniture for the interior of a building

—usually used in plural

Synonyms

• furniture

Examples of furnishing in a Sentence

we moved the furnishings out of the room so we could sand down and refinish the wood floor

Recent Examples on the Web

All accommodations incorporate a mix of custom furnishings and vintage finds that ground the spaces in a traditional European aesthetic, but a playful mix of patterns adds a touch of whimsy. —Sarah Bruning, Travel + Leisure, 24 Oct. 2025

Think soft neutrals, honed oak floors, and bespoke furnishings that quietly echo the building’s Japanese sensibility. —Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 24 Oct. 2025

The casual space and its furnishings are modern and understated, with a floor plan drenched in natural light thanks to windows on all sides. —Audrey Lee, Architectural Digest, 24 Oct. 2025

Most of the building’s interior and furnishings were destroyed, but the exterior walls remained standing, according to the White House Historical Association. —Bart Jansen, USA Today, 24 Oct. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

1594, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for furnishing

• burnishing