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 of decor

• 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

There's a hole-in-the-wall vibe with neon lights, bar seats, arcade-y vintage decor, and lower counter seats towards the back. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 16 Sep. 2026

Inside, customers can feast their eyes on the bold, vibrant decor Cantina Louie is known for. — Tanasia Kenney, Charlotte Observer, 16 Sep. 2026

Avoid trendy or impulse decor purchases that often end up unused or out of place. — Sarah Lyon, The Spruce, 16 Sep. 2026

There were will be deals across more than 35 categories, including trending products, fall must-haves, premium brands, decor and hosting essentials, tech, Halloween and beyond. — ABC News, 16 Sep. 2026

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