furnishing

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 used in plural

2

: an article or accessory of dress

—usually used in plural

Synonyms of furnishing

• 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

The interiors blend original features with contemporary furnishings and pieces designed by Franco herself. —Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 8 Feb. 2026

The other big hit for me was Spellbound by Magic Castle, an experience inspired by the legendary magician Cardini (Richard Valentine Pitchford) that replicates a 1920s speakeasy complete with mood lighting, furnishings, and curiosities from Hollywood’s Magic Castle. —Fran Golden, Travel + Leisure, 8 Feb. 2026

Among the questionable spending listed in the audit were hefty expenditures on car allowances and office furnishings. —Stephen Hudak, The Orlando Sentinel, 7 Feb. 2026

There was a time when playrooms, like kids’ bedrooms, went wild with color — whether paint or wallpaper or furnishings. —Caron Golden, San Diego Union-Tribune, 7 Feb. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1594, in the meaning defined at sense 2

Rhymes for furnishing

• burnishing