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Crape: meaning, definitions and examples

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crape

 

[ kreษชp ]

Noun / Verb
Context #1 | Noun

fabric type

Crape is a silk, cotton, or synthetic fiber fabric with a crinkled texture. It is often used in garments and dressmaking, particularly for formal wear and mourning attire.

Synonyms

crepe, fabric, textile

Examples of usage

  • She wore a beautiful black crape dress to the funeral.
  • The designer used crape to create elegant flowing evening gowns.
  • Crape fabric is often chosen for its lightweight and draping qualities.
Context #2 | Verb

to fold

To crape means to gather or pleat fabric in a crinkled manner. This technique is often used in fashion design to create texture and movement in clothing.

Synonyms

fold, gather, pleat

Examples of usage

  • The tailor decided to crape the hem of the skirt for added flair.
  • She learned how to crape the fabric to achieve a ruffled effect.
  • The dressmaker craped the bodice to enhance its shape.

Translations

Translations of the word "crape" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น crepe

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค•เฅเคฐเฅ‡เคช

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Crรชpe

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ crepe

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะบั€ะตะฟ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ naleล›nik

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใ‚ฏใƒฌใƒผใƒ—

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท crรชpe

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ crepe

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท krep

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ํฌ๋ ˆํŽ˜

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ูƒุฑูŠุจ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ palaฤinka

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ palacinka

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅ…‹้›ทๆ™ฎ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ krep

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ kreppa

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะบั€ะตะฟ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ™แƒ แƒ”แƒžแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ krepe

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ crepe

Etymology

The word 'crape' originates from the French word 'crรชpe', which means 'a thin, crisp pancake'. The use of this term in textiles dates back to the 16th century, reflecting the light and crinkled texture resembling that of a well-made crรชpe. Its development began with silk production in China, which was brought to Europe through trade routes, leading to innovations in fabric manufacturing. Throughout the years, crape has been associated with mourning and formal wear, especially during the Victorian era when it became customary to wear black crape for funerals. The versatility and unique texture have allowed crape to remain popular in fashion, adapting to various styles and occasions through the centuries.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #28,731, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.