Word
furnishing
Phoneticsfur·nish·ing, stress on the first syllable
US/ˈfɝnɪʃɪŋ/
UK/fˈɜːnɪʃɪŋ/
Definitions
01furniture and fittings
B2 · Upper Intermediate Countable noun
n. the furniture, curtains, and other items used to decorate a room.
n. furniture, fittings, and other detachable accessories such as curtains or carpets that complete an interior space.
“The apartment was rented with basic furnishings like a bed and a desk.”
“The interior designer selected soft furnishings in neutral tones to complement the minimalist architecture of the penthouse.”
Usage
Usually used in the plural form 'furnishings' when referring to the general contents of a room.
02animal hair
C2 · Proficiency Plural noun Technical
n. longer hair on certain parts of an animal's body, like a dog's legs or ears.
n. the longer hair within the coat of certain animals, particularly dogs or rabbits, found on the legs, tail, or ears.
“The groomer trimmed the long furnishings on the spaniel's legs.”
“The breed standard requires thick furnishings on the forelegs and a well-feathered tail to be considered for the championship.”
Usage
Typically used in the plural by breeders or groomers.
Real-World Examples
“She is still working: she has been “rather let down” recently by a British textile design company for whom she designed home furnishing fabrics.” Word family
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NOUN
- Exam level
- CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.B2 FirstIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.5.5–6.5TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 4.0–4.572–94TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.785–944
- Frequency
- Occasional
- Level
- B2 · Upper Intermediate
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