First Known Use: 1633
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1crape
noun \ˈkrāp\
Definition of CRAPE
1
: crepe
2
: a band of crepe worn on a hat or sleeve as a sign of mourning
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Origin of CRAPE
alteration of French crêpe, from Middle French crespe, from crespe curly, from Latin crispus — more at crisp
2crape
verb
crapedcrap·ing
Definition of CRAPE
transitive verb
: to cover or shroud with or as if with crape
First Known Use of CRAPE
1815
3crape
verb
crapedcrap·ing
Definition of CRAPE
transitive verb
: to make (the hair) curly
Origin of CRAPE
French crêper, from Middle French cresper, from crespe
First Known Use: 1774
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