upholstery
/ʌpˈhoʊlstəri/
noun
- 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.
- 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.