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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Examine the upholstery and repeat the application for any stains that remain.
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Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 11 Dec. 2025
In addition to embracing these colors, designers are incorporating tartan in unexpected ways, using it on rugs and lampshades as well as upholstery for modern furniture pieces.
—Cornelia Powers, Vogue, 10 Dec. 2025
Its interior fuses hallmark design elements from the Maybach brand alongside upmarket textures, including significant upholstery moments throughout each of the guest cabins.
—Eileen Falkenberg-Hull, MSNBC Newsweek, 9 Dec. 2025
The generous cushioning behind the upholstery gives back support for reading or watching a show in bed while still keeping the overall profile sleek rather than bulky.
—Bailey Berg, Architectural Digest, 5 Dec. 2025
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Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 11 Dec. 2025
In addition to embracing these colors, designers are incorporating tartan in unexpected ways, using it on rugs and lampshades as well as upholstery for modern furniture pieces.
—Cornelia Powers, Vogue, 10 Dec. 2025
Its interior fuses hallmark design elements from the Maybach brand alongside upmarket textures, including significant upholstery moments throughout each of the guest cabins.
—Eileen Falkenberg-Hull, MSNBC Newsweek, 9 Dec. 2025
The generous cushioning behind the upholstery gives back support for reading or watching a show in bed while still keeping the overall profile sleek rather than bulky.
—Bailey Berg, Architectural Digest, 5 Dec. 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 17 Dec. 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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