Drapes: meaning, definitions and examples

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drapes

 

[ dreษชps ]

Noun / Verb
Context #1 | Noun

window treatment

Drapes are heavy curtains that hang in a loose and flowing way. They are often used to decorate windows and add a touch of elegance to a room.

Synonyms

curtains, hangings

Examples of usage

  • The drapes in the living room are a deep red color.
  • She pulled back the drapes to let in the sunlight.
Context #2 | Verb

cover or dress with drapes

To drape something means to cover or dress it with fabric in a loose and flowing way.

Synonyms

cover, decorate

Examples of usage

  • She draped a shawl over her shoulders.
  • The table was draped with a white tablecloth.

Translations

Translations of the word "drapes" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น cortinas

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคชเคฐเคฆเฅ‡

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Vorhรคnge

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ gorden

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ั„ั–ั€ะฐะฝะบะธ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ zasล‚ony

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใ‚ซใƒผใƒ†ใƒณ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท rideaux

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ cortinas

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท perdeler

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์ปคํŠผ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุณุชุงุฆุฑ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ zรกclony

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ zรกclony

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ็ช—ๅธ˜

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ zavese

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ gardรญnur

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะฟะตั€ะดะต

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒคแƒแƒ แƒ“แƒ”แƒ‘แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ pษ™rdษ™lษ™r

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ cortinas

Etymology

The word 'drapes' originated from the Middle English word 'drapen', meaning to weave or to hang loosely. The use of drapes as window treatments dates back to ancient civilizations, where fabrics were used to cover openings in homes for privacy and protection from the elements. Over time, drapes have evolved into a decorative element in interior design, adding style and warmth to living spaces.

See also: draped, draperies, drapery, draping.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #21,784, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.