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

Prime Day Outdoor Deals Making your exteriors feel like an extension of your interior design is more than achievable with Amazon Prime Day’s leftover deals on patio furniture and decor. — Audrey Lee, Architectural Digest, 8 Oct. 2026

Housed in a 19th-century building with more than a dozen dealers, it’s packed with vintage furniture, artwork, jewelry, home decor, and the wonderfully random finds that make browsing an activity. — Jessica Chapel, Condé Nast Traveler, 8 Oct. 2026

Its winding path — and its goose motif — serve as the inspiration for Fortunae, Ginori 1735’s latest collection of collectible porcelain and home decor. — Sofia Celeste, Footwear News, 7 Oct. 2026

Red flags are about conduct, not decor Warning signs include skipping the medical-history review, pressuring you to purchase treatment immediately, or refusing to name the device and the person who will operate it. — Malana Vantyler, Miami Herald, 6 Oct. 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