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

From curved pulls to squiggly handles, and even a style finished off with a metal tassel, these operate as graceful accessories to enhance old and new furnishings. — Lori Keong, Architectural Digest, 10 Sep. 2026

Kids are welcome, though the velour swivel chairs and brass furnishings in the lobby demand young guests be on good behavior. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 9 Sep. 2026

Related Articles Guests who opted not to sit in the outdoor plastic seats were also given the opportunity to dine at tables illuminated with Polo Bar votive candles or get cozy in other chairs from the brand’s home furnishings collection. — Jean E. Palmieri, Footwear News, 9 Sep. 2026

Utilities, internet access, basic furnishings, laundry and parking are included. — Cecilio Padilla, CBS News, 7 Sep. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

Noun

1594, in the meaning defined at sense 2

Rhymes for furnishing

• burnishing