deco

noun

de·​co ˈde-(ˌ)kō  dā-ˈkō 

ˈdā-ˌkō

variants often Deco

often attributive

: art deco

Examples of deco in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Maltese interior decorator Francis Sultana—formerly known for his private villa work—is the man behind the art deco meets neoclassical design. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 3 Sep. 2026

Tulane University is leading a $500-million effort to convert the art deco landmark into a downtown biomedical research hub, with labs, startups and public health programs slated to open by 2029. — Jack Brook, Los Angeles Times, 28 Aug. 2026

Its range leans in a bolder direction, from floral motifs to more Deco-style designs like the MetroChic collection which incorporates geometric black-and-gold details. — Angela Tafoya, Architectural Digest, 21 Aug. 2026

That’s why nostalgia plays a big part, starting with the art deco-style movie theater that served as a jumping-off point for the city’s original designer, Kyle Jones. — Pat Saperstein, Variety, 3 Aug. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1969, in the meaning defined above

Phrases Containing deco

• art deco

Rhymes for deco

• echo
• gecko
• derecho