scenery

[see-nuh-ree]

noun

1. the general appearance of a place; the aggregate of features that give character to a landscape.

   Synonyms: view, terrain

2. hangings, draperies, structures, etc., used on a stage to represent a locale or furnish decorative background.

scenery

/ ˈsiːnərɪ /

noun

1. the natural features of a landscape

2. theatre the painted backcloths, stage structures, etc, used to represent a location in a theatre or studio

Word History and Origins

Origin of scenery¹

First recorded in 1740–50; scene + -ery

Word History and Origins

Origin of scenery¹

C18: from Italian _scenario

Idioms and Phrases

Idioms

1. chew the scenery, to act melodramatically; overact.

Example Sentences

The scenery doesn’t take center stage until the first full day when you traverse Colorado, at points feeling like you are floating down the Colorado River.

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The scenery now shifts to the vital home game against Fulham - where Frank must again convince his detractors he has foundations to build on.

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The fresh air and scenery at the Rose Bowl are the best maybe in the country.

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“By now I expect the governess has found a way out of Plinkst,” he thought, gazing out the train window at the scenery flashing by.

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Scaling a slippery, snow-capped mountain without the proper equipment can lead to a gruesome end, no matter how thrilling the scenery.

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Related Words

• backdrop 
• decor 
• furnishings 
• furniture 
• landscape 
• setting 
• spectacle 
• terrain