drape

• Nom désignant un long morceau de tissu, généralement suspendu en plis, utilisé comme rideau ou comme couverture.

A noun referring to a long piece of cloth, typically hung in folds, used as a curtain or covering.

1. Curtain or hanging clothB1formal

   A long piece of cloth hung as a curtain, often used for decoration or to block light.

   Rideau ou tenture

   • The heavy drapes blocked out all the sunlight.
   • She chose velvet drapes for the living room.
   • The drapes were drawn to create a cozy atmosphere.

   Synonymescurtaindraperyhangingtapestry

2. Way cloth hangsB2formal

   The manner in which fabric falls or hangs, especially in clothing or upholstery.

   Drapé (manière dont le tissu retombe)

   • The dress has a beautiful drape that flatters the figure.
   • The tailor adjusted the drape of the jacket.
   • The fabric's drape is perfect for this design.

   Synonymesfallflowhangline

• Verbe utilisé pour désigner l'action de disposer ou de suspendre librement un tissu ou une étoffe sur quelque chose, ou pour couvrir ou décorer avec un tissu.

A verb used to indicate the act of arranging or hanging cloth or fabric loosely over something, or to cover or adorn with fabric.

1. Arrange cloth looselyB1formal

   To arrange or hang cloth or fabric in a loose, graceful way.

   Drapé

   • She draped the silk scarf over her shoulders.
   • The artist draped a velvet cloth over the sculpture.
   • He draped the blanket across the back of the sofa.

   Synonymesarrangefestoonfoldhangmantleveilwrap

2. Cover or adornB1formal

   To cover or decorate something with a cloth or fabric.

   Draper, recouvrir d'un tissu

   • They draped the hall with banners for the celebration.
   • The windows were draped with heavy curtains.
   • She draped the table with a lace tablecloth.

   Synonymesadorncoverdecorateenvelopfestoonhangwrap

   Antonymesexposerevealuncover

3. Hang looselyB2informal

   To hang or fall loosely in a particular way.

   retomber en ondulations

   • His coat draped over the chair.
   • The ivy draped down the side of the old building.
   • Her hair draped over her shoulders as she leaned forward.

   Synonymesdangledroopflowhangsag