upholstery

/ʌpˈhoʊlstəri/
noun
  1. The soft covering, padding, and fabric on furniture such as chairs and sofas.
    • The cat scratched the upholstery on the armchair.
    • The old sofa needs new upholstery because the padding is worn out.
    • We chose a durable blue fabric for the car's upholstery.
  2. The trade or craft of fitting furniture with padding, springs, and fabric covers.
    • He went into upholstery as a career after working in a furniture factory.
    • The shop offers classes in upholstery for beginners.
    • She learned upholstery from her grandmother and now restores antique chairs.
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