deco en · NOUN · etymology 1
Pronunciation
Etymology
Clipping of decompression.
Meanings
- (informal, uncountable) Decompression.
Dictionary
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deco en · NOUN · etymology 2
Pronunciation
Etymology
Clipping of decorative or similar.
Meanings
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A friendship book in which people add decorative elements such as drawings, stickers and sequins.
[…] little booklet called the 'deco' (decorated friendship book), passes from person to person through the mail in an envelope with each recipient decorating a page including their name and address before passing it on.
2005, Amy Spencer, DIY: The Rise of Lo-fi Culture, page 131:Start your own Traveling Deco Journal […] Improve your Deco and Friendship Book Bindings
2004, Tamara Stevens, What Is Snail Mail - The Lost Art of Letterwriting, page 110:Regular friendship books had a variety of variations, such as slams, crams, and decos.
2017, Mark Duffett, Fan Identities and Practices in Context: Dedicated to Music, page 194:
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(abbreviation, alt-of, clipping) Clipping of decoration.
alt of decoration
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| decos | Number=Plur | lexicographic |