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

Traditional pieces sit alongside more modern furnishings, lighting fixtures, and art. —Elizabeth Brownfield, Forbes.com, 28 June 2025

Rooms feature a mishmash of Indian textiles, 17th-century French tapestries, vintage furnishings, and contemporary African art from talents such as Amanda Shingirai Mushate and Franklyn Dzingai. —Mark Ellwood, Robb Report, 22 June 2025

The cohesive palette serves as a neutral backdrop for mixing metals in the hardware and furnishings. —Monika Biegler Eyers, Better Homes & Gardens, 16 June 2025

But everyone deserves furnishings that not only go well with their home’s aesthetic, but also don't get in the way while walking around. —Jacqueline Tempera, People.com, 13 June 2025

Word History

First Known Use

1594, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for furnishing

• burnishing