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Upholstered: meaning, definitions and examples

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upholstered

 

[ ʌpˈhoʊlstəred ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

furniture covering

Upholstered refers to furniture that is covered with padded material, typically fabric or leather. This padding makes the furniture more comfortable to sit on or lean against. Upholstered items include sofas, chairs, and other soft furnishings. The process of upholstering involves adding cushioning and fabric, sometimes even springs, to provide support. The choice of upholstery fabric can greatly affect the aesthetic and comfort of the piece.

Synonyms

cushioned, padded, stuffed.

Examples of usage

  • I bought an upholstered sofa for my living room.
  • The upholstered armchair added elegance to the office.
  • They offer a variety of upholstered chairs in different styles.
  • Her favorite piece of furniture is an upholstered ottoman.
  • I need to reupholster my vintage chaise lounge.

Translations

Translations of the word "upholstered" in other languages:

🇵🇹 estofado

🇮🇳 गद्देदार

🇩🇪 polstert

🇮🇩 berlapis

🇺🇦 оббивний

🇵🇱 tapicerowany

🇯🇵 Upholstered

🇫🇷 rembourré

🇪🇸 tapizado

🇹🇷 kapitone

🇰🇷 패딩 처리된

🇸🇦 مبطن

🇨🇿 čalouněný

🇸🇰 čalúnený

🇨🇳 软垫的

🇸🇮 oblazinjen

🇮🇸 polstraður

🇰🇿 жабықталған

🇬🇪 ებოჭილი

🇦🇿 döşənmiş

🇲🇽 tapizado

Etymology

The word 'upholstered' comes from the verb 'upholster', which has its origins in the Middle English term 'upholdster', derived from 'up' and 'hold' or 'holster', with influences from the Old French 'upholder'. The practice of upholstery dates back to the Middle Ages, when rich households would hire craftsmen to cover furniture in luxurious textiles for comfort and decoration. By the 16th century, upholstered furniture became more common in Europe, especially in France and England, reflecting the prosperity of the time. The craft of upholstery continued to evolve, incorporating different materials and techniques over the centuries, resulting in the diverse styles and forms of upholstered furniture we see today. As upholstery became accessible to a wider audience, the term began to represent not just the action of covering furniture but also the end result—stylish, comfortable seating options that enhance the aesthetics of interior spaces.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #21,338, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.