FURNITURE


Meaning of FURNITURE in English

■ noun

1》 the movable articles that are used to make a room or building suitable for living or working in, such as tables, chairs, or desks.

2》 the small accessories or fittings that are required for a particular task or function.

Phrases

part of the ~ informal a person or thing that has become so familiar as to be unquestioned or unnoticed.

Origin

C16: from Fr. fourniture , from fournir 'to furnish'.

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