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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Clara McMahon, People.com, 14 June 2025
Chinese midsize SUVs are offering plusher upholstery, too, such as the BYD Sealion 7, Zeekr 7X, and Smart #5.
—James Morris, Forbes.com, 14 June 2025
Whether used on walls, upholstery, or as a subtle accent, lavender adds just the right hint of color.
—Lauren Jones, Southern Living, 14 June 2025
That same mill, which was also used by Robert and Audrey Talbott, also created a special floral fabric — typically used for upholstery — that the brand used for an evening vest, tie and trousers as well as a classic baseball jacket.
—Jean E. Palmieri, Footwear News, 8 June 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 20 Jun. 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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