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Definition of upholstery

upholstery

/ʌpˈhoʊlstəri/
up · hol · ster · y
Plural:upholsteries
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upholstery Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

Soft, padded textile covering, together with the springs, webbing, and stuffing, that is fixed to furniture such as armchairs, sofas, and vehicle seats.

Example

"The antique armchair had a sturdy oak frame, but its velvet upholstery was worn and needed replacing."

2

The craft, trade, or business of fitting furniture with padding, springs, webbing, and fabric or leather covers.

Example

"She took an evening course in traditional upholstery so she could restore vintage furniture at home."

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• Rhymes for upholstery

• Nearby Words

upholder
upholster
upholsterer
upholstery
upington
upkeep
upland

Word Origin & Etymology

Derived from the obsolete Middle English noun 'upholdester' (meaning an artisan who repairs and keeps up household goods), from 'uphold' plus the agent suffix '-ster' and '-y'. The verb 'upholster' was later formed by back-formation from 'upholstery' and 'upholsterer' in the 19th century.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Upholstery. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/upholstery
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