furnish
word
Definition
To equip a room or building with furniture or necessary items. It can also mean to supply or provide something needed.
Usage & Nuances
Often used in formal/written English when talking about preparing rooms, apartments, or offices ('furnish a house'). Also used for supplying information, details, or resources. Don't confuse with 'decorate' (which is about style). 'Furnish' always focuses on supplying necessary items.
Example Sentences
They furnish apartments with modern furniture.
basic
Please furnish your ID when you arrive.
basic
The hotel will furnish towels and soap.
basic
We moved into our new place and had to furnish it from scratch.
natural
Can you furnish me with more details about the event?
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After the renovation, the office was finally furnished and ready for work.
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