decor

noun

de·​cor dā-ˈkȯr  di-ˈkȯr 

ˈde-ˌkȯr,

ˈdā-ˌkȯr 

variants or décor

1

: a stage setting

the symbolic nature of the decor

—E. R. Bentley

2

a

: decoration sense 2

b

: the style and layout of interior furnishings

the restaurant's modern decor

Synonyms

• mise-en-scène
• scene
• scenery
• set

Examples of decor in a Sentence

The store offers a lot in home decor.

a minimalist approach has been taken with the stage decor for this production of the play

Recent Examples on the Web

Family heirlooms along with vintage and antique pieces played a huge role in the decor, from a child’s chair from Emily’s aunt and her grandmother’s clover lace to a 19th-century calico quilt and a collection of Ravi Varma prints. —Sydney Gore, Architectural Digest, 21 Feb. 2025

People can be overwhelmed by some decor items and get stuck on how to design them within their homes. —Dominique Fluker, Essence, 20 Feb. 2025

Inflation-weary shoppers opened their wallets in search of deep discounts, but some discretionary categories like furniture, jewelry and accessories were expected to see some softness compared with toys and home decor products. —Annie Palmer, CNBC, 19 Feb. 2025

Guests enjoyed the period decor with marble fireplaces and the multi-course tasting menus from the hotel's fine dining restaurant, Circa 1886. —Michael Cappetta, Travel + Leisure, 18 Feb. 2025

Word History

Etymology

French décor, from décorer to decorate, from Latin decorare

First Known Use

1897, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for decor

• abhor
• abor
• adore
• afore
• ardour
• ashore
• backdoor
• before
• bookstore
• candour
• centaur
• claymore