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drape

/dræp/ verb, noun · British & US
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What does drape mean?

verb, noun

To hang loosely and flow in folds, or a piece of fabric hung in folds. A decorative fold or arrangement of fabric.

Example

"The designer carefully draped the silk fabric over the mannequin to create a beautiful, flowing gown."

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