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

Particularly noticeable is Cavagnari’s eye for mixing midcentury modern furnishings, vintage lighting from Morocco, and older pieces that carry a story with them, such as a portable writing desk and a chair that folds into its own leather steamer trunk. —Elizabeth Heath, Travel + Leisure, 10 Sep. 2025

That means plush carpeting in the rooms and high-end furnishings that encourage guests to spread out and work (or relax). —Tim Chan, HollywoodReporter, 9 Sep. 2025

Together, the husband-and wife-duo has over 20 years of experience in the home furnishing and finance industries. —Olivia Lee, Charlotte Observer, 9 Sep. 2025

Consumers are currently incredibly conscious of where their home furnishings are being manufactured. —Sherrie Nachman, Forbes.com, 7 Sep. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

1594, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for furnishing

• burnishing