decor

noun

de·​cor dā-ˈkȯr How to pronounce decor (audio) di-ˈkȯr How to pronounce decor (audio)
ˈde-ˌkȯr,
ˈdā-ˌkȯr How to pronounce decor (audio)
variants or décor
1
: a stage setting
the symbolic nature of the decorE. R. Bentley
2
b
: the style and layout of interior furnishings
the restaurant's modern decor

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 Wayfair is your one-stop shop for all home items, including furniture, decor, outdoor items, kitchen essentials, appliances, and more. Ali Faccenda, Peoplemag, 26 Apr. 2024 All of the elements of the party are keeping to the theme from the food, to the decor, to period costumes for all working and in attendance, and even the venue itself–a castle. Rebecca Angel Baer, Southern Living, 26 Apr. 2024 Running from May 4 to 6, shoppers can expect up to 80 percent off the retailer’s best-selling furniture, decor, kitchenware, and household essentials. Erin Lassner, The Hollywood Reporter, 25 Apr. 2024 Details regarding the interior decor are being kept under wraps for now, but Gatto says the owners are delighted. Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 25 Apr. 2024 The restaurant served 77 guests that night. Decor: Then and now The decor has not changed much since April 27, 1983. Jessica Swannie, Charlotte Observer, 24 Apr. 2024 The high-profile figures who co-chair the event share hosting duties, like helping create the guest list, curating the menu for the evening, and offering insight on the decor. Cady Lang, TIME, 16 Apr. 2024 The family, originally from the Central Mexican city Guanajuato, wanted to open a restaurant that represented every Mexican state through its decor and menu. Haadiza Ogwude, The Enquirer, 11 Apr. 2024 Shop it in one of 13 color options to best suite their dorm room decor. Claire Peltier, ABC News, 12 Apr. 2024

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Word History

Etymology

French décor, from décorer to decorate, from Latin decorare

First Known Use

1897, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of decor was in 1897

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“Decor.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/decor. Accessed 30 Apr. 2024.

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