Furnishings meaning : (chiefly in the plural) Furniture, fittings, and other detachable accessories. (of an animal, in the plural) A portion of longer hair within the coat of a dog, rabbit, etc. Furniture generally. The objects, other than furniture, that occupy an interior space. Accessories used with a dress. Items of furniture and/or accessories by which something is equipped so as to be more useful, convenient, or comfortable.