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drape

 

[ dreɪp ]

Noun / Verb
Context #1 | Noun

window treatment

A long piece of cloth or similar material that is hung or drawn across a window or opening.

Synonyms

blind, curtain, shades

Examples of usage

  • The elegant drapes in the living room added a touch of sophistication to the decor.
  • She drew back the drapes to let in the morning sunlight.
Context #2 | Verb

cover loosely

To cover or hang with cloth or other fabric, especially in a casual or decorative way.

Synonyms

cover, decorate, hang

Examples of usage

  • She draped a shawl over her shoulders.
  • The vines draped themselves over the trellis in a beautiful display.

Translations

Translations of the word "drape" in other languages:

🇵🇹 drapeado

🇮🇳 ढकना

🇩🇪 Drapierung

🇮🇩 melipat

🇺🇦 драпірувати

🇵🇱 drapowanie

🇯🇵 ドレープ

🇫🇷 drapé

🇪🇸 drapeado

🇹🇷 drape

🇰🇷 주름

🇸🇦 دراپ

🇨🇿 drapérie

🇸🇰 drapéria

🇨🇳 褶皱

🇸🇮 drapiranje

🇮🇸 drapa

🇰🇿 драпировка

🇬🇪 დრაპირება

🇦🇿 drapirovka

🇲🇽 drapeado

Etymology

The word 'drape' originated from the Old French word 'draper', which means 'to cover'. Over time, it evolved to refer to hanging or covering with cloth. The use of drapes for window treatments became popular in the 19th century, adding both functionality and decorative elements to homes.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #24,646, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.