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 21 bedrooms and suites, meanwhile, mix vintage pieces sourced from local flea markets with bespoke furnishings brought to life by Sicilian artisans. — Sam Cochran, Architectural Digest, 19 Aug. 2026

The new facility inside the shell of the historic Eagle’s Hall building on the 700 block of Eighth Avenue features sleek, modern infrastructure and furnishings. — Trevor Morgan, San Diego Union-Tribune, 19 Aug. 2026

And then there’s all kinds of layers of time in these furnishings. — Destiny Jackson, Deadline, 18 Aug. 2026

Visitors can roam its lavish halls to admire the intricate decorations and furnishings in its opulent interiors, from the Throne Room to the Royal Armory. — Jennifer Fernández Solano, Forbes.com, 17 Aug. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1594, in the meaning defined at sense 2

Rhymes for furnishing

• burnishing