Definition of upholstery
upholsteries
: materials (such as fabric, padding, and springs) used to make a soft covering especially for a seat
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Examples of upholstery in a Sentence
an old chair that needs new upholstery
He learned upholstery from his father.
Recent Examples of upholstery from the Web
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Naturally, no conventional home, with its drapes, upholstery and wood furniture, could withstand Gabe's restorative deluge.
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Naturally, no conventional home, with its drapes, upholstery and wood furniture, could withstand Gabe’s deluge.
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The velvet upholstery is embroidered with a cat head and clusters of flowers.
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The velvet upholstery is embroidered with a cat head and clusters of flowers.
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The fabric upholstery has contrasting stitching and looks durable and contemporary.
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The Imperial Hotel pieces in this exhibition include a number of decorative terracotta blocks, as well as upholstery textiles and furniture.
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But the galleries allow customers to see what the car will look like and pick paint colors, upholstery and carpeting.
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Southern chic options for lighting, upholstery, linens, and tableware are plentiful, as are gifts like candles, Alabama/Auburn throw pillows, and festive lake-themed signs.
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Origin and Etymology of upholstery
Middle English upholdester upholsterer, from upholden to uphold, from up + holden to hold
UPHOLSTERY Defined for English Language Learners
upholstery
playDefinition of upholstery for English Language Learners
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: the cloth, leather, etc., that covers a couch, chair, etc.
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: the process or business of covering pieces of furniture with cloth, leather, etc.
UPHOLSTERY Defined for Kids
upholstery
playDefinition of upholstery for Students
upholsteries
: materials used to make a soft covering for a seat
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