interior decoration

noun

1. interior design.
2. materials used to decorate an interior.

interior decoration

noun

1. the colours, furniture, etc, of the interior of a house, etc
2. Also calledinterior design the art or business of an interior decorator

Word History and Origins

Origin of interior decoration¹

First recorded in 1800–10

Example Sentences

Fig. 206 shows a brooch, the interior decoration of which is a combination of Swastikas more or less interlaced.

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Beer was never worn so much or used so extensively for interior decoration as it is today.

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The interior decoration of the dome is not in any way striking.

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All these changes the captain superintended; when they were complete he turned his attention to interior decoration.

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In general, when not too rigid, straight lines in interior decoration stand for repose, sobriety and dignity.

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Related Words

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