Synonyms

furnishing

American

[fur-ni-shing] / ˈfɜr nɪ ʃɪŋ /

noun

furnishings,
1. furniture, carpeting, etc., for a house or room.
2. articles or accessories of dress.
  
  men's furnishings.
that with which anything is furnished.

Etymology

Origin of furnishing

First recorded in 1490–1500; furnish + -ing ¹

Example Sentences

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“There is significant pent-up demand within the furniture and home furnishing category,” Shemesh wrote.

From Barron's

Prices for household furnishings, personal-care products, and electronic devices such as computers, tablets, and smart-home assistants all rose sharply in January.

From Barron's

Prices in categories like household furnishings, personal care products and electronic devices such as computers, tablets, and smart home assistants all rose sharply in January.

From Barron's

Sales also were down on furniture, home furnishings, electronics and appliances.

From The Wall Street Journal

The Helms building was chosen because it is a historic Los Angeles destination known for its restaurants and home furnishings businesses, Lehman said.

From Los Angeles Times

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