furnishing

1 of 2

noun

fur·​nish·​ing ˈfər-ni-shiŋ 

1

: an object that tends to increase comfort or utility

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

—usually plural

2

: an article or accessory of dress

—usually plural

furnishing

2 of 2

present participle of furnish

Synonyms of furnishing

Noun

• furniture

Examples of furnishing in a Sentence

Noun

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

Recent Examples on the Web

Noun

And spare furnishings spotlight craft—from the dining area’s custom walnut table to the stairwell’s Isamu Noguchi pendant. — Elizabeth Fazzare, Architectural Digest, 22 Oct. 2026

The furnishings and décor are sleek and masculine, with materials like teak, oak, and leather, while in the bathrooms, black Zimbabwe marble and white Navona travertine strike a dramatic tone. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 22 Oct. 2026

Most of the furnishings and artwork are included in the sale, along with kitchenware, electronics, linens, and two golf carts. — Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 20 Oct. 2026

There’s also a pool table, made by a 150-year-old company in Naples, Italy, and furnishings created in collaboration with Asnaghi. — Jean E. Palmieri, Footwear News, 19 Oct. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

Noun

1594, in the meaning defined at sense 2

Rhymes for furnishing

• burnishing