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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Vacuum the floor with the floor attachment and cushions with an upholstery attachment.
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Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
4 July 2026
The device's stainless steel blades make quick work of lint, fuzz, and pills on everything from clothing to upholstery while its two speeds and three shaving heights help tackle heavier jobs.
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Better Homes & Gardens,
2 July 2026
Vacuum the surface using your vacuum's upholstery attachment to remove dust, crumbs, and dust mites.
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Jamie Cuccinelli,
Martha Stewart,
1 July 2026
The motif continues in the cockpit, where taping and painting of the leather upholstery was also required.
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Viju Mathew,
Robb Report,
30 June 2026
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Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
4 July 2026
The device's stainless steel blades make quick work of lint, fuzz, and pills on everything from clothing to upholstery while its two speeds and three shaving heights help tackle heavier jobs.
—
Better Homes & Gardens,
2 July 2026
Vacuum the surface using your vacuum's upholstery attachment to remove dust, crumbs, and dust mites.
—
Jamie Cuccinelli,
Martha Stewart,
1 July 2026
The motif continues in the cockpit, where taping and painting of the leather upholstery was also required.
—
Viju Mathew,
Robb Report,
30 June 2026
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 6 Jul. 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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