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noun scen·ery \ˈsē-nə-rē, ˈsēn-rē\

: the walls, furniture, trees, etc., that are used on a stage during a play or other performance to show where the action is taking place

: a view of natural features (such as mountains, hills, valleys, etc.) that is pleasing to look at

: the things that can be seen where a person lives, works, etc.

plural scen·er·ies

Full Definition of SCENERY

1

:  the painted scenes or hangings and accessories used on a theater stage

2

:  a picturesque view or landscape

3

:  one's usual surroundings <needed a change of scenery>

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Examples of SCENERY

1. She designed the scenery for the play.
2. The scenery showed a forest.
3. We went for a drive to enjoy the scenery.

First Known Use of SCENERY

1770

Related to SCENERY

Synonyms

decor (or décor), mise-en-scène, scene, set

Related Words

backdrop, drop; background; set piece; prop, property

Other Performing Arts Terms

diva, dramaturgy, loge, prestidigitation, proscenium, supernumerary, zany

Rhymes with SCENERY

beanery, deanery, greenery