art deco

noun

art de·​co ˌärt-ˈde-ˌkō 

ˌär(t)-dā-ˈkō,

ˈär(t)-ˈdā-(ˌ)

often capitalized A&D

: a popular design style of the 1920s and 1930s characterized especially by bold outlines, geometric and zigzag forms, and the use of new materials (such as plastic)

Examples of art deco in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

The extensive renovation, brought to life by design studio ADC Atelier, focused on preserving original art deco elements like the hotel pool’s iconic diving board while modernizing the 251 rooms, suites and villas and adding things like new dining options. —Elliott Harrell, Southern Living, 31 Aug. 2025

The renovations will be in keeping with the coliseum’s art deco style, Crum said. —Matthew Adams, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 27 Aug. 2025

Just across the street, the Coliseum Museum of Art, Antiques, and Americana has an eclectic mix of fine art and vintage pieces, celebrating everything from art deco furniture to folk crafts. —Karthika Gupta, Travel + Leisure, 23 Aug. 2025

Built in 1929, this 37-floor art deco high-rise was designed by the Burnham Brothers and is clad in distinctive black granite, green and gold terra cotta, gold leaf and bronze trim. —Brian E. Clark, Chicago Tribune, 17 Aug. 2025

Word History

Etymology

French Art Déco, from Exposition Internationale des Arts Décoratifs et Industriels Modernes, an exposition of modern decorative and industrial arts held in Paris, France, in 1925

First Known Use

1966, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for art deco

• derecho
• echo
• gecko