furniture

noun

fur·​ni·​ture ˈfər-ni-chər 

: equipment or articles that are necessary, useful, or desirable: such as

a

: movable articles (such as tables, beds, chairs. etc.) used to make a room ready for use

living room furniture

office furniture

b

archaic : the trappings of a horse

Synonyms of furniture

• furnishings

Examples of furniture in a Sentence

They bought some new furniture for the house.

The office furniture is wearing out.

a large piece of furniture

Recent Examples on the Web

In addition to comfortable couches, stylish pendant lighting, and spacious console tables for your entryway, the outlet includes wall art, bedding, outdoor furniture, and more. —Jamie Weissman, Better Homes & Gardens, 22 Nov. 2025

Keeping furniture in consistent places helps build their confidence and safety. —Lydia Patrick, MSNBC Newsweek, 21 Nov. 2025

Best Target Early Black Friday Home Deals Get your home cozy for winter with throw blankets, decorative pillows, and new furniture during Target’s early Black Friday sale. —Rachel Trujillo, PEOPLE, 21 Nov. 2025

My eyes flowed over suitcases and furniture and school buses to unexpected items, such as a piano, several boats, and a limousine. —Literary Hub, 21 Nov. 2025

Word History

Etymology

Middle French fourniture, from fournir

First Known Use

1542, in the meaning defined above

Phrases Containing furniture

• furniture beetle

Kids Definition

furniture

noun

fur·​ni·​ture ˈfər-ni-chər 

: movable articles (as chairs, tables, or beds) used in making a room ready for use