Drapery

Pronunciation: /ˈdreɪ.pər.i/

Definitions of drapery

noun fabric used for decorative purposes such as curtains or upholstery

Example Sentences

A1 The drapery in the living room is made of a light fabric.

A2 She chose a new set of drapery for her bedroom to match the decor.

B1 The drapery in the theater added to the overall ambiance of the performance.

B2 The designer selected luxurious drapery to enhance the elegance of the room.

C1 The intricate drapery in the palace was a symbol of wealth and power.

C2 The museum displayed ancient drapery from different civilizations for visitors to admire.

Examples of drapery in a Sentence

formal The drapery in the living room adds an elegant touch to the decor.

informal I love how the drapery in your bedroom matches the bedding.

slang Check out the new drapery I got for the windows, it's so chic.

figurative The drapery of lies that he weaved eventually unraveled, revealing the truth.

Grammatical Forms of drapery

• past tense: draped
• plural: draperies
• comparative: more drapery
• superlative: most drapery
• present tense: drapes
• future tense: will drape
• perfect tense: have draped
• continuous tense: is draping
• singular: drapery
• positive degree: drapery
• infinitive: to drape
• gerund: draping
• participle: draped

Origin and Evolution of drapery

First Known Use: 1250 year

Language of Origin: Middle English and Old French

Story behind the word: The word 'drapery' has its origins in the Middle English word 'drapere', which came from the Old French word 'draperie' meaning cloth or textile.

Evolution of the word: Originally used to refer to cloth or textiles, the term 'drapery' evolved to also encompass the art of arranging and hanging cloth for decorative purposes, such as curtains or tapestries.