decor

noun

de·​cor dā-ˈkȯr How to pronounce decor (audio) di-ˈkȯr How to pronounce decor (audio)
ˈde-ˌkȯr
ˈdā-ˌkȯr How to pronounce decor (audio)
variants or décor
Synonyms of decornext
1
: a stage setting
… the symbolic nature of the decorE. R. Bentley
2
b
: the style and layout of interior furnishings
the restaurant's modern decor

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
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But somehow, he's also found the time to obsessively tweak decor and oversee several major renovations. Tamara Keith, NPR, 29 Dec. 2025 Right now, the outlet is filled with after-Christmas deals on bedding, furniture, decor, and storage solutions, and many of our top picks are at their lowest prices of the year. Caley Sturgill, Southern Living, 29 Dec. 2025 Amazon has a wealth of winter wreaths available for less than $50, including this 22-inch option that doubles as both Christmas and winter decor. Brittany Vanderbill, Better Homes & Gardens, 29 Dec. 2025 The commitment to luxury carries over from the decor to the extensive wine list, where guests can choose wines from France and Italy in addition to domestic vintages. Patricia Doherty, Travel + Leisure, 29 Dec. 2025 See All Example Sentences for decor

Word History

Etymology

French décor, from décorer to decorate, from Latin decorare

First Known Use

1897, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of decor was in 1897

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“Decor.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/decor. Accessed 30 Dec. 2025.

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