decorator

1 of 2

noun

dec·​o·​ra·​tor ˈde-kə-ˌrā-tər 

: one that decorates

especially : one that designs or executes interiors and their furnishings

decorator

2 of 2

adjective

: suitable for interior decoration

decorator fabrics

Examples of decorator in a Sentence

Noun

They hired a decorator to redesign their dining room.

Recent Examples on the Web

Noun

Owner Trisha Pérez Kennealy hired local New England decorators and artisans to renovate the premises, ensuring that no two of the 22 rooms are exactly alike, and all are outfitted with luxurious creature comforts like Matouk linens and Molton Brown bath amenities. —Todd Plummer, Condé Nast Traveler, 20 Apr. 2026

For the interior, which was built on a stage, Audouy chose to emphasize the dark side of the Silver Slipper via taxidermy brought in by his set decorator, Anthony Carlino. —Jim Hemphill, IndieWire, 19 Apr. 2026

Gibson echoes the sentiment, invoking the philosophy of legendary decorator Jacques Grange, who believes a home resembles its owner more than any portrait ever could. —David Foxley, Architectural Digest, 10 Apr. 2026

Carpenters, set decorators and landscapers, among other crew, were hired for the makeover. —Winston Cho, HollywoodReporter, 9 Apr. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

Noun

circa 1755, in the meaning defined above

Adjective

1950, in the meaning defined above

Phrases Containing decorator

• interior decorator

Rhymes for decorator

• activator
• actuator
• agitator
• alligator
• allocator
• alternator
• animator
• annotator
• applicator
• arbitrator
• aspirator
• aviator

Kids Definition

decorator

noun

dec·​o·​ra·​tor

ˈdek-ə-ˌrāt-ər

: one that decorates

especially : a person who decorates the interiors of buildings