Drape
/dreɪp/
Definitions
2 meaningsTo cover or arrange something loosely with cloth or fabric.
/dreɪp/
To cover or hang loosely with cloth or fabric.
She draped a blanket over the sleeping child.
💡 Simply: Think about how you might hang a blanket or a scarf. Draping is basically covering something or letting something hang in a relaxed way. Like, when you put a cool scarf over your shoulders or when you put curtains on a window.
👶 For kids: To cover something with cloth so it hangs down.
More Examples
The artist draped the fabric over the sculpture to reveal it dramatically.
The curtains were draped around the window to block out the light.
How It's Used
"She draped a silk scarf over her shoulders."
"The model's gown draped elegantly on the runway."
A piece of fabric arranged as a covering or curtain, especially in a graceful or decorative way.
/dreɪp/
A piece of fabric arranged as a covering.
The drapes were drawn closed to keep the sunlight out.
💡 Simply: When you think about the fancy curtains people use to make their windows look nice or the fancy fabric that's covering a stage in the theater, then you are thinking about a drape.
👶 For kids: A cloth that hangs down to cover something like a window or a stage.
More Examples
The drapes gave the room a more formal atmosphere.
The designer selected luxurious drapes to enhance the living space.
How It's Used
"The drapes added a touch of elegance to the room."
"The stage was decorated with rich drapes."
Idioms & expressions
Drape oneself in...
To wear or be covered in (usually something impressive or expensive).
"She draped herself in diamonds for the gala."
From Middle English drapen, from Old French draper ('to make cloth'), from draps ('cloth'), of uncertain origin.
The word 'drape' has been used since the 13th century, initially referencing the action of making or arranging cloth.
Memory tip
Imagine a cape, and the way it *drapes* around a superhero.
Word Origin
"to make cloth, cover"