drapery

noun

drap·​ery ˈdrā-p(ə-)rē 

plural draperies

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

Synonyms

• curtains
• drapes

Examples of drapery in a Sentence

The painter arranged several items among drapery and began to work.

the drapery for the picture window matched the color of the furniture in the center of the room

Recent Examples on the Web

The elegant lobby, with its soaring ceilings, ornate drapery, and Old-World-era vibes, is worth a visit in its own right. —Lauren Dana Ellman, Travel + Leisure, 19 Oct. 2025

Under the glow of swirling pink lights, theatrical fog and chiffon drapery, Uchis transformed Madison Square Garden into an otherworldly haven for her fans. —Isabela Raygoza, Billboard, 16 Oct. 2025

To this modern era, velvet drapery was far too formal for a humble bedroom. —Julia Harrison, Architectural Digest, 15 Oct. 2025

Choose drapery that can be laundered or replace with blinds that can be dusted regularly. —Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 8 Oct. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for drapery

• papery

Kids Definition

drapery

noun

drap·​ery ˈdrā-p(ə-)rē 

plural draperies

1

: a decorative fabric hung in loose folds

2

: curtains of heavy fabric often used over thinner curtains