deco

Or Dec·o

[dek-oh, dey-koh, dey-koh]

noun

1. art deco.

adjective

1. of, relating to, or suggestive of art deco design.

   The new wallpaper gives the foyer a deco look.

Word History and Origins

Origin of deco¹

First recorded in 1970–75; by shortening

Example Sentences

The present four-story art deco property was constructed in 1926 at the height of the Prohibition and was known for the flamboyant speakeasy in its basement.

From Los Angeles Times

The ceremony, held at Radio City Music Hall amid the art deco splendor of old New York, was presided over by Tony-winner Cynthia Erivo, a natural wonder of the theatrical universe.

From Los Angeles Times

Vice City's version of Miami's art deco, neon-lit beachfront appears in the trailer, as does the Grassrivers swampland, inspired by the Florida everglades.

From BBC

Penarth Pier, now 117 years old and instantly recognisable with its art deco styled pavilion building, permits fishing for nine months of the year.

From BBC

Look closely and you’ll see the art deco ornamentation on the Empire State Building is actually dinosaur claws in front of knight shields.

From Seattle Times