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.
Recent Examples on the Web
Incorporate this cozy take on the country club aesthetic with oversized plaid throws, checked upholstery, and flannel napkins for fall tablescapes.
—
Ginger Perra, Better Homes & Gardens, 8 Sep. 2025
Still, professional upholstery cleaners advise proceeding with caution.
—Hallie Milstein, Southern Living, 8 Sep. 2025
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.
—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
See All Example Sentences for upholstery
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Ginger Perra, Better Homes & Gardens, 8 Sep. 2025
Still, professional upholstery cleaners advise proceeding with caution.
—Hallie Milstein, Southern Living, 8 Sep. 2025
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.
—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
See All Example Sentences for upholstery
Cite this Entry
“Upholstery.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/upholstery. Accessed 15 Sep. 2025.
Copy CitationKids Definition
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
Love words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
Share