First Known Use: 1847
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1drape
verb \ˈdrāp\
: to loosely place or hang (something)
of cloth : to hang in a pleasing way
: to cover (someone or something) with a cloth
drapeddrap·ing
Full Definition of DRAPE
transitive verb
1
: to cover or adorn with or as if with folds of cloth
2
: to cause to hang or stretch out loosely or carelessly
3
: to arrange in flowing lines or folds
intransitive verb
: to become arranged in folds <this silk drapes beautifully>
— drap·abil·i·ty also drape·abil·i·ty \ˌdrā-pə-ˈbi-lə-tē\ noun
— drap·able also drape·able \ˈdrā-pə-bəl\ adjective
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Origin of DRAPE
probably back-formation from drapery
Related to DRAPE
2drape
noun
Definition of DRAPE
1
: arrangement in or of folds
2
3
: the cut or hang of clothing
— drap·ey \ˈdrā-pē\ adjective
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First Known Use of DRAPE
1889
DRAPES Defined for Kids
1drape
verb \ˈdrāp\
drapeddrap·ing
Definition of DRAPE for Kids
1
: to decorate or cover with or as if with folds of cloth
2
: to arrange or hang in flowing lines <The veil draped over her head.>
2drape
noun
plural drapes
Definition of DRAPE for Kids
: drapery 1
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