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upholster

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Definition of upholster

verb

[with object]
  • provide (furniture) with a soft, padded covering:the chairs were upholstered in red velvet (as adjective upholstered)an upholstered stool
  • cover the walls or furniture in (a room) with textiles: the day saloon was upholstered in blue silk

Origin:

mid 19th century: back-formation from upholsterer

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