upholster
Americanverb (used with object)
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to provide (chairs, sofas, etc.) with coverings, cushions, stuffing, springs, etc.
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to furnish (an interior) with hangings, curtains, carpets, or the like.
verb
Other Word Forms
- reupholster verb (used with object)
- unupholstered adjective
Etymology
Origin of upholster
1850–55, back formation from upholsterer
Example Sentences
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In the guest room, the couple paired the wallpaper with the drapes and the upholstered furniture.
From Los Angeles Times
I had already added a separate bedroom to my little home, and now I made myself a luxuriously upholstered bed worthy of the new space.
From Literature
It seems unfathomable that the German will not want to upholster his defence and attack, too, though.
From BBC
The delay provides “breathing room” for the sector, which imports many upholstered products from China and Vietnam.
From Barron's
The latest is his New Year’s Eve retreat on new tariffs on upholstered furniture, kitchen cabinets and vanities.
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