upholstery

Definition

  • noun: the cloth, leather, etc., that covers a couch, chair, etc.
  • noun: materials (as fabric, padding, and springs) used to make a soft covering especially for a seat

Examples

  • a car with leather 'upholstery' [=with seats that are covered in leather]

  • an old chair that needs new 'upholstery'

  • He learned 'upholstery' from his father.

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) You don't need to disfigure me, Albus. Well I must say you made a very convincing armchair, Horace. It's all in the upholstery. I come by this stuffing naturally. What gave me away? Dragon's blood. Oh yes, introductions. Harry, I'd like you to meet (..)
    2009 Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince