upholstery
noun
up·hol·stery
(ˌ)əp-ˈhōl-st(ə-)rē 
(ˌ)ə-ˈpōl-
plural upholsteries
: materials (such as fabric, padding, and springs) used to make a soft covering especially for a seat
Examples of upholstery in a Sentence
an old chair that needs new upholstery
He learned upholstery from his father.
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The shop will look for common indicators of flood damage such as damp and musty odors, carpet and upholstery that has been recently cleaned or replaced, dirt and dried mud under the dash, in the engine compartment, and inside the trunk.
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Some vacuums have special attachments that are specifically designed to trap pet hair, while others have more intense suction options that can remove pet hair from carpets and upholstery.
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From simple wallpaper and upholstery swaps to major interior transformations, it’s become somewhat of a tradition at the start of a term to remake the property.
—Carrie Hojnicki, Architectural Digest, 5 Aug. 2025
Use attachments for hard-to-reach areas like corners, stairs, and upholstery.
—Lauren Wicks, Southern Living, 3 Aug. 2025
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Rick Barrett, jsonline.com, 13 Aug. 2025
Some vacuums have special attachments that are specifically designed to trap pet hair, while others have more intense suction options that can remove pet hair from carpets and upholstery.
—Christopher Murray
May Earn A Commission If You Buy Through Our Referral Links. This Content Was Created By A Team That Works Independently From The Fox Newsroom., FOXNews.com, 8 Aug. 2025
From simple wallpaper and upholstery swaps to major interior transformations, it’s become somewhat of a tradition at the start of a term to remake the property.
—Carrie Hojnicki, Architectural Digest, 5 Aug. 2025
Use attachments for hard-to-reach areas like corners, stairs, and upholstery.
—Lauren Wicks, Southern Living, 3 Aug. 2025
See All Example Sentences for upholstery
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“Upholstery.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/upholstery. Accessed 22 Aug. 2025.
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upholstery
noun
up·hol·stery
(ˌ)əp-ˈhōl-st(ə-)rē
(ˌ)ə-ˈpōl-
plural upholsteries
: materials (as fabric, padding, and springs) used to make a soft covering especially for a seat
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