art deco

noun

art de·co ˌärt-ˈde-ˌkō

ˌär(t)-dā-ˈkō,

ˈär(t)-ˈdā-(ˌ)

often capitalized A&D

: a popular design style of the 1920s and 1930s characterized especially by bold outlines, geometric and zigzag forms, and the use of new materials (such as plastic)

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This reference used an art deco style case that measures 33 mm across. —

Blake Buettner, Robb Report, 29 Nov. 2024 Mixing old and new There have been some updates over the years, including the addition of cherry and maple flooring in certain areas, as well as an art deco leaded glass window. —

Lennie Omalza, The Courier-Journal, 21 Nov. 2024 The current name, art deco façade and a floor mosaic of a phoenix were added during the second rebuild. —

Nancy Tartaglione, Deadline, 22 Nov. 2024 By blending accessibility, multi-sensory design, playfulness, distinctiveness, and authenticity, this partnership transcends timeless art deco elegance, high-end design and carves out a bold new path. —

Jeetendr Sehdev, Forbes, 21 Nov. 2024 See all Example Sentences for art deco

Word History

Etymology

French Art Déco, from Exposition Internationale des Arts Décoratifs et Industriels Modernes, an exposition of modern decorative and industrial arts held in Paris, France, in 1925

First Known Use

1966, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler

The first known use of art deco was in 1966

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