furniture
noun
fur·ni·ture
ˈfər-ni-chər 
: equipment that is necessary, useful, or desirable: such as
a
archaic
: the trappings of a horse
b
: movable articles used in readying an area (such as a room or patio) for occupancy or use
Examples of furniture in a Sentence
They bought some new furniture for the house.
The office furniture is wearing out.
a large piece of furniture
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Ryan Ermey, CNBC, 22 Mar. 2025
News Home Trends This sustainable furniture brand just launched a new collection of hassle-free (and stylish) sleeper furniture.
—Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 22 Mar. 2025
Designers say four retro furniture trends inspire their present design choices.
—Quincy Bulin, Southern Living, 22 Mar. 2025
Do not place furniture or walk on wet carpet.
—Daley Quinn, Southern Living, 22 Mar. 2025
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“Furniture.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/furniture. Accessed 22 Apr. 2025.
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furniture
noun
fur·ni·ture
ˈfər-ni-chər
: movable articles (as chairs, tables, or beds) used in making a room ready for use
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