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

Production designers Charles Wood and set decorator John Bush have constructed something extraordinary, not only in the interior of Grace’s ship but in the wholly original living environment of Rocky’s mobile home. —Clayton Davis, Variety, 21 Mar. 2026

Onassis enlisted high society decorator Sister Parish to design the interiors, creating an elegant yet comfortable setting where the young political power couple entertained Washington insiders and journalists. —Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 20 Mar. 2026

With the help of set decorator Monique Champagne, the historic elements of 1932 Clarksdale were brought to life. —India Roby, Architectural Digest, 16 Mar. 2026

Former Santa Ana Councilmember Nelida Mendoza, commercial decorator James Wallace and business owner Kimberly Davis are challenging 2nd District Supervisor Vicente Sarmiento. —Claire Wang, Oc Register, 11 Mar. 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