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drapery
noun drap·ery \ˈdrā-p(ə-)rē\
: long heavy curtains
: a decorative cloth that is arranged or hung in loose folds
plural drap·er·ies
Full Definition of DRAPERY
1
British : dry goods
2
a : a decorative piece of material usually hung in loose folds and arranged in a graceful design b : hangings of heavy fabric for use as a curtain
3
: the draping or arranging of materials
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First Known Use of DRAPERY
14th century
DRAPERIES Defined for Kids
drapery
noun drap·ery \ˈdrā-pə-rē, ˈdrā-prē\
plural drap·er·ies
Definition of DRAPERY for Kids
1
: long heavy curtains
2
: a decorative fabric hung in loose folds
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