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
Examples of furnishing in a Sentence
we moved the furnishings out of the room so we could sand down and refinish the wood floor
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Lisa Kailai Han, CNBC, 1 May 2025
New furnishings were commissioned by the Eve Branson Foundation from local blacksmiths in Asni, and from artisans in Marrakech.
—Jennifer Leigh Parker, Forbes.com, 30 Apr. 2025
The opulent interiors, adorned with intricate details and authentic period furnishings, offer a glimpse into the lives of Hawaiian royalty.
—Ben Davidson, Mercury News, 28 Apr. 2025
Earth Tone Paint Colors Recommended by the Pros Wood Accents
From furnishings to floors, wood is a signature element of the Colonial interior, regardless of the era.
—Kristina McGuirk, Better Homes & Gardens, 27 Apr. 2025
See All Example Sentences for furnishing
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“Furnishing.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/furnishing. Accessed 7 May. 2025.
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