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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Having stretched out on the chaise for movie nights, naps, and even one full night, Griggs touts the sofa’s firm yet cozy seat and durable upholstery.
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Yelena Moroz Alpert, Architectural Digest, 12 Mar. 2026
Vacuum decorative pillows using your vacuum’s upholstery attachment to remove surface dust.
—Mary Cornetta, Better Homes & Gardens, 11 Mar. 2026
Skirted upholstery such as chairs, sofas, loveseats, and tables are also essential to the aesthetic.
—Lauren Jones, Southern Living, 7 Mar. 2026
With up to 60 minutes of cordless runtime, an LCD display showing real-time performance, and a full set of 10 versatile tools, this vacuum can handle hardwood, carpets, upholstery, and hard-to-reach areas with ease.
—Stackcommerce Team, PC Magazine, 5 Mar. 2026
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Yelena Moroz Alpert, Architectural Digest, 12 Mar. 2026
Vacuum decorative pillows using your vacuum’s upholstery attachment to remove surface dust.
—Mary Cornetta, Better Homes & Gardens, 11 Mar. 2026
Skirted upholstery such as chairs, sofas, loveseats, and tables are also essential to the aesthetic.
—Lauren Jones, Southern Living, 7 Mar. 2026
With up to 60 minutes of cordless runtime, an LCD display showing real-time performance, and a full set of 10 versatile tools, this vacuum can handle hardwood, carpets, upholstery, and hard-to-reach areas with ease.
—Stackcommerce Team, PC Magazine, 5 Mar. 2026
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“Upholstery.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/upholstery. Accessed 14 Mar. 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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