Synonyms for

Drape

Verb / dreɪp / Another word for drape — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

to hang or cover something loosely with cloth or other material

Synonyms & similar words

mantle drapery cloak pall curtain robe clothe cover hang enclose veil curtain swathe wrap envelop adorn bedeck clothe deck decorate festoon garland ornament array embellish furnish

Example sentences

  1. She will drape a tablecloth over the table for dinner.
  2. He draped a blanket over his head to keep warm.
  3. The curtains were draped over the window.
  4. The scarf was draped around her neck.
  5. The fabric was draped over the chair.

Quotes

  • "The night, as I conceive it, is a time for drapes - for shutting out the outside world." - E. B. White
  • "The perfect martini, like silk drapes or well-crafted shoes, is a luxury that's worth the money." - Graydon Carter
  • "The drapes were drawn, the tables covered with cloths." - Kate Chopin

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