There are 62,500 search results on Bing for the misspelling 'Upholstry'. 'Upholstry' ranks in the top 200 of most common errors caught by TripleChecker, with at least 2 websites containing this mistake.¹
The word 'upholstery' is a noun. It refers to the materials, such as fabric and padding, used to make furniture more comfortable and attractive. Additionally, it encompasses the art or process of covering furniture with these materials.
Upholstery
The word 'upholstery' originates from the Middle English word 'upholsterie', which is derived from the Old French 'upolster', meaning to furnish with upholstery, and the Latin 'pulsare', meaning to beat or strike. The term has evolved to refer specifically to the art and craft of covering furniture with fabric and padding.
The word 'upholstery' is pronounced as /ʌpˈhoʊlstəri/. It can be broken down phonetically as "up-HOL-ster-ee."
The word 'upholstery' can be used in a sentence like this: "The living room was transformed with new upholstery that added both comfort and style to the furniture." When using 'upholstery,' it is important to ensure correct spelling, as it contains the letter 'h' and the suffix '-stery,' which are often misspelled, and to use it in the appropriate context related to the materials and processes involved in covering furniture.