What is the meaning of drape?

noun

  • Hanging cloth used as a blind (especially for a window.
  • The manner in which fabric hangs or falls.
    • usage: "she adjusted the drape of her skirt"
  • A sterile covering arranged over a patient's body during a medical examination or during surgery in order to reduce the possibility of contamination.

verb

  • Arrange in a particular way.
    • usage: "drape a cloth"
  • Place casually.
    • usage: "The cat draped herself on the sofa"
  • Cover as if with clothing.
    • usage: "the mountain was clothed in tropical trees"
  • Cover or dress loosely with cloth.
    • usage: "drape the statue with a sheet"
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