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furniture

noun fur·ni·ture \ˈfər-ni-chər\

: chairs, tables, beds, etc., that are used to make a room ready for use

Full Definition of FURNITURE

: equipment that is necessary, useful, or desirable: as

a archaic : the trappings of a horse

b : movable articles used in readying an area (as a room or patio) for occupancy or use

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Middle French fourniture, from fournir

First Known Use: 1542

FURNITURE Defined for Kids

noun fur·ni·ture \ˈfər-ni-chər\

: movable articles used to furnish a room

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