interior design

noun

: the art or practice of planning and supervising the design and execution of architectural interiors and their furnishings

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Her approach to interior design is well-planned and sophisticated. Tessa Cooper, Southern Living, 9 Nov. 2025 The designer, known for his sustainable approach to fashion, made the Mudac’s modernist building pop with a selection of his exuberant beaded creations, and covered an entire room in recycled colored plastic balls in a preview of his upcoming venture into interior design. Joelle Diderich, Footwear News, 7 Nov. 2025 Steinfeld's father Peter is a personal trainer and her mother Cheri worked in interior design before taking on a role as Hailee's manager. Tommy McArdle, PEOPLE, 7 Nov. 2025 The space is being given a modern look, with the Bucks' signature colors being used in the interior design. Hannah Kirby, jsonline.com, 6 Nov. 2025 See All Example Sentences for interior design

Word History

First Known Use

1927, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of interior design was in 1927

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“Interior design.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/interior%20design. Accessed 12 Nov. 2025.

Kids Definition

interior design

noun
: the art of decorating and furnishing the interior of a building
the college offers a good program in interior design

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