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| secretary |
a piece of furniture that has a desk top, drawers, and shelves for books. [1/3 definitions] |
| shampoo |
a liquid cleanser used on rugs and the fabric part of furniture. [1/4 definitions] |
| shelf |
a thin, flat piece of wood, metal, or other material that is attached to a wall or set into a piece of furniture. Shelves are used to hold books, dishes, and other things. [1/2 definitions] |
| shellac |
a liquid used to coat furniture and floors to protect them and make them shine. [1/4 definitions] |
| spread |
a cloth covering that is put over furniture such as a bed or table. [1/7 definitions] |
| stool |
a low piece of furniture for standing on to reach a high place, or for resting the feet on while sitting in a chair. [1/3 definitions] |
| stud1 |
a nail with a rounded knob or head that sticks out. Studs were once used as protective devices attached to weapons or armor and are now used to decorate clothing and furniture. [1/5 definitions] |
| table |
a piece of furniture with a flat top supported by one or more legs. [1/4 definitions] |
| toy shelf |
a single shelf or piece of furniture with multiple shelves used primarily for keeping and displaying children's toys. |
| trailer |
a vehicle that can be pulled and is used as a camper, home, or office. Many trailers have kitchens, bathrooms, bedrooms, furniture, and electricity. [1/2 definitions] |
| upholstery |
materials used to cover furniture. [2 definitions] |
| walnut |
the hard, dark wood of such a tree. Walnut is used to make furniture. [1/4 definitions] |
| wicker |
a twig or shoot of willow or other long, woody strip that bends easily, often used in the making baskets or furniture. [2/3 definitions] |
| willow |
a tree or bush that has narrow leaves. The long twigs of willows bend easily and are used in weaving baskets and making furniture. |
| wrought iron |
a soft iron, used in making garden furniture, candle holders, and other strong objects with fancy shapes and details. |
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