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    Drapé (en. Draped)

    /dʁape/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    Fabric or cloth that is folded or draped to form waves.
    The draping of this dress gives it a refined appearance.
    Le drapé de cette robe lui donne une apparence raffinée.
    A collection of folds formed by a fabric.
    The draping on this chair is very sophisticated.
    Le drapé sur cette chaise est très sophistiqué.

    Etymology

    From the French verb 'draper' which means to arrange sheets or fabrics.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    draped in light
    A light that reflects on a surface in a soft and diffused manner.
    drapé de lumière
    draped in silk
    A silk fabric that is elegantly arranged.
    drapé de soie
    draped in cascade
    A drape that falls fluidly and gradually.
    drapé en cascade

    Related Words

    artistic draping
    A style of draping used in art and portraits.
    drapé artistique
    draped fabric
    A type of fabric that folds easily to create shapes.
    tissu drapé
    to drape
    The verb that denotes the action of draping.
    draper

    Slang Meanings

    Elegant style or attitude.
    She has a real drape in the way she dresses.
    Elle a un vrai drapé dans sa façon de s'habiller.
    Being well-dressed or having good style.
    This guy is always draped!
    Ce gars est toujours drapé !