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 upholstery resists stretching and is simple to maintain, while the high-density foam cushions soften and shape to you over time.
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Mariana Best, Better Homes & Gardens, 13 Jan. 2026
Air quality improves, as well, when you deep clean upholstery, carpeting, and window coverings.
—Mary Marlowe Leverette, The Spruce, 13 Jan. 2026
The floors, walls and ceiling of the sanctuary are covered in soot, and the synagogue will have to replace upholstery and carpeting.
—Charlotte Kramon, Los Angeles Times, 11 Jan. 2026
The floors, walls and ceiling of the sanctuary were covered in soot, and the synagogue will have to replace upholstery and carpeting.
—CBS News, 11 Jan. 2026
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Mariana Best, Better Homes & Gardens, 13 Jan. 2026
Air quality improves, as well, when you deep clean upholstery, carpeting, and window coverings.
—Mary Marlowe Leverette, The Spruce, 13 Jan. 2026
The floors, walls and ceiling of the sanctuary are covered in soot, and the synagogue will have to replace upholstery and carpeting.
—Charlotte Kramon, Los Angeles Times, 11 Jan. 2026
The floors, walls and ceiling of the sanctuary were covered in soot, and the synagogue will have to replace upholstery and carpeting.
—CBS News, 11 Jan. 2026
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 18 Jan. 2026.
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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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