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 of decor

• scenery
• set
• scene

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

Guest rooms and suites feature coastal-meets-modern decor and complimentary mini bars and snacks in the rooms. —Beth Luberecki, USA Today, 31 Jan. 2026

In the home decor section, there are plenty of options to meet your storage needs. —Kylie Petty, Better Homes & Gardens, 31 Jan. 2026

Rooms are furnished comfortably in the expected Southwestern decor, but avoid overdoing it thanks to restrained, contemporary hands. —Asonta Benetti, Condé Nast Traveler, 31 Jan. 2026

Organic Shapes and Personal Touches To go along with a more natural, earthy look, warm minimalism incorporates organic, rounded shapes into its furniture and decor items. —Erica Puisis, The Spruce, 31 Jan. 2026

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