Drapery: meaning, definitions and examples

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drapery

 

[ หˆdreษชpษ™ri ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

interior design

Drapery refers to cloth coverings hanging in loose folds, used to decorate windows or walls. It adds elegance and style to a room, enhancing its overall aesthetic.

Synonyms

curtains, drapes, hangings

Examples of usage

  • The drapery in the living room perfectly complements the color scheme of the furniture.
  • She chose a luxurious velvet drapery for her bedroom windows.
Context #2 | Noun

theater

In theater, drapery can refer to the backdrop or stage curtains. It plays a crucial role in setting the scene and creating atmosphere during performances.

Synonyms

backdrop, curtains, stage curtains

Examples of usage

  • The drapery on the stage opened to reveal a stunning set design.
  • The drapery was drawn back to unveil the grand finale.

Translations

Translations of the word "drapery" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น cortinado

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคชเคฐเคฆเคพ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Vorhang

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ gorden

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะดั€ะฐะฟั–ั€ัƒะฒะฐะฝะฝั

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ zasล‚ona

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใ‚ซใƒผใƒ†ใƒณ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท rideau

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ cortina

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท perde

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์ปคํŠผ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุณุชุงุฑุฉ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ zรกvฤ›s

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ zรกclona

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ็ช—ๅธ˜

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ zavesa

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ gardรญna

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะฟะตั€ะดะต

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒคแƒแƒ แƒ“แƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ pษ™rdษ™

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ cortina

Etymology

The word 'drapery' originated from the Middle English word 'draperie', which referred to the occupation of a draper, a merchant who sold cloth. Over time, the term evolved to describe the cloth itself and its decorative use in interior design and theater. Drapery has been an essential element of home decor and stage design for centuries, evolving in style and material to reflect changing trends and tastes.

See also: draped, draperies, drapes, draping.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #16,682, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.