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

It was founded by the Russian Imperial Ballet in 1926 and is recognizable by its whimsical decor informed by its home country (namely the red leather banquettes and 24-karat gold ceiling). —Nicole Kliest, Vogue, 9 Feb. 2025

For those who enjoy the unique personality of decor from the '60s through the '90s, tune in: IKEA took some of its most popular vintage designs and reimagined them, breathing new life into old favorites. —Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 8 Feb. 2025

Valentine’s Day decor features Color Red and pink are the colors most frequently used in the design of Valentine’s Day decor. —Bestreviews, The Mercury News, 6 Feb. 2025

But the Seeker’s decor is more Western, like Pyles’ contemporary Texas restaurants of years past. —Bud Kennedy, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 6 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