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

Chances are, these options will also match your everyday decor better, making your space more cohesive and intentional. —Quincy Bulin, Southern Living, 22 Sep. 2025

The jewelry edit is meant to serve as an anchor for the space, where there will also be a selection of homeware and gifting, ranging from lifestyle design and decor to artisan candles, sculptural vases, tabletop objects and books-as-art. —Samantha Conti, Footwear News, 22 Sep. 2025

Best Early Target Circle Week Decor Deals Spruce up the inside of your home with decor that will carry you through fall and winter. —Jacqueline Tempera, PEOPLE, 22 Sep. 2025

The couch goes with classic, modern, bobo, coastal, and minimalist home decor styles. —Mariana Best, Better Homes & Gardens, 20 Sep. 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