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
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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For more nostalgic decor finds from Pottery Barn, Target, and more, keep scrolling. Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 4 Nov. 2025 Additionally, shoppers can find pots, plant food, home decor, t-shirts and more. Olivia Evans, Louisville Courier Journal, 3 Nov. 2025 Harrison recommends the espresso shade for its rich color, which happens to pair nicely with her casual bedroom decor. Julia Harrison, Architectural Digest, 3 Nov. 2025 For example, monograms yield a more traditional look and will add a timeless element to your bathroom decor. Shivani Vyas, Better Homes & Gardens, 1 Nov. 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 7 Nov. 2025.

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