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

• 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

Keep scrolling to shop more home decor and patio furniture finds from Wayfair’s Closeout Sale. —Rachel Trujillo, People.com, 22 June 2025

Summer has officially begun, and Amazon just restocked its hidden Outlet with outdoor furniture, lighting, and decor to mark the start of the season. —Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 21 June 2025

From colorful home decor to handmade accessories, crochet creators across Pinterest and TikTok are embracing cheerful textures and color palettes this season. —Elizabeth Fogarty, Better Homes & Gardens, 21 June 2025

The decor is clean and contemporary, with neutral light-and-bright whites and tans accented by natural wood and stone. —Elizabeth Brownfield, Forbes.com, 21 June 2025

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