1. (

• furnishing ,
• trappings

) (usually plural) accessory wearing apparel ;

2. (

• furnishing

) (usually plural) the instrumentalities (furniture and appliances and other movable accessories including curtains and rugs) that make a home (or other area) livable ;

3. (

• furnishing

) the act of providing a house or room with furniture and other removable items such as shelves, carpets, appliances, etc. ;