furnishing
noun
fur·nish·ing
ˈfər-ni-shiŋ 
1
: an article or accessory of dress
—usually used in plural
2
: an object that tends to increase comfort or utility
Examples of furnishing in a Sentence
we moved the furnishings out of the room so we could sand down and refinish the wood floor
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The rooms and suites feature private balconies, soaking tubs, bespoke Italian furnishings, and original frescoes.
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Regan Stephens, Travel + Leisure, 14 Mar. 2025
The physical exhibition will remain open for eight weeks, with all furnishings created from materials provided by the community and audio descriptions to enrich visitor experience.
—Emma Cieslik, Them, 13 Mar. 2025
The library is named for Richard C. Sullivan, who in 2003 donated $40,000 to complete the furnishing of the children’s wing.
—Lisa J. Huriash, Sun Sentinel, 12 Mar. 2025
Elsewhere, original parquet flooring and furnishings, and delicate murals infuse the house with old-world charm.
Upstairs, the second floor offers even more privacy, with a double salon and a dining room.
—Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 11 Mar. 2025
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Regan Stephens, Travel + Leisure, 14 Mar. 2025
The physical exhibition will remain open for eight weeks, with all furnishings created from materials provided by the community and audio descriptions to enrich visitor experience.
—Emma Cieslik, Them, 13 Mar. 2025
The library is named for Richard C. Sullivan, who in 2003 donated $40,000 to complete the furnishing of the children’s wing.
—Lisa J. Huriash, Sun Sentinel, 12 Mar. 2025
Elsewhere, original parquet flooring and furnishings, and delicate murals infuse the house with old-world charm.
Upstairs, the second floor offers even more privacy, with a double salon and a dining room.
—Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 11 Mar. 2025
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“Furnishing.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/furnishing. Accessed 17 Mar. 2025.
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