upholster

Meanings

• verb

  The act of covering or furnishing a seat, chair, or other piece of furniture with fabric, leather, or other materials.

• noun

  A person who covers or furnishes seats, chairs, or other furniture with fabric, leather, or other materials.

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with upholster
holder , older , bolder , molder

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Variants

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upholster , upholstered , upholstering , upholsters

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Etymology

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From Old French 'upholder' meaning 'one who holds up' or 'supporter'. Later developed the meaning of 'one who upholds or maintains' and eventually 'one who covers or furnishes with fabric'.

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Trivia

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1. Upholstery was first used in ancient Egypt, where furniture was covered in linen and animal skins.

2. The term 'upholstery' is derived from the Old French word 'upholder', which means 'one who holds up' or 'supporter'.

3. Upholstery can help protect furniture from wear and tear, making it last longer.

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Related Concepts

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1. Fabric: A material made through weaving, knitting, spreading, crocheting, or bonding roves, yarns, or threads, either natural or synthetic.

2. Leather: A material made from the skin of an animal, typically cattle or calves, that has been processed for use as clothing, furniture, or other articles.

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Culture

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In Filipino culture, upholstery is an essential aspect of furniture-making. Upholstery is used to add comfort, style, and durability to furniture. Traditional Filipino furniture often features intricate designs and patterns on the upholstery.

How to Memorize "upholster"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize the act of covering a chair with fabric, step by step. Imagine the fabric being stretched over the chair frame, stapled or nailed in place, and smoothed out.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'upholster' with the image of a comfortable, well-designed chair or sofa, covered in attractive fabric.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'Uphold Piece Furniture' to remember the meaning of upholster: Uphold (maintain or support) Piece (a part or item) Furniture (furnished with fabric or other materials).

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