Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

reupholster

verb
/ˌriːʌpˈhoʊl.stər/
Definition
To provide new upholstery for furniture, such as chairs or sofas.
Examples
  • After years of use, they decided to reupholster the old couch with a vibrant, modern fabric.
  • You can reupholster that vintage armchair to match your new home decor.
Meaning
Reupholstering involves replacing the fabric or material covering a piece of furniture, giving it a fresh look and feel.
Synonyms
  • recover
  • refurbish
  • redo