Definition of draperynext
as in curtains
pieces of cloth hung to darken, decorate, or divide a room the drapery for the picture window matched the color of the furniture in the center of the room

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Recent Examples of drapery Not just for dramatics, layered drapery also lends versatility to your space. Kate McGregor, Architectural Digest, 28 July 2026 Another photo showed her in a sleeveless tangerine-colored gown that featured gorgeous drapery throughout, paired with gold jewelry bursting with ornate pendants. Christina Perrier, InStyle, 17 July 2026 The curtain header is one of the most critical pieces of the drapery anatomy. Heather Bien, Southern Living, 16 July 2026 Kocher’s designs push the boundaries of the durable material through feather work, hand embroidery, plissé drapery, floral constructions and sculptural fabric treatments. Angela Velasquez, Footwear News, 6 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for drapery
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curtains
Noun
  • The Sleep Foundation recommends lightweight sheets and sleepwear, using fans, keeping blinds or curtains closed during the day and opening windows for ventilation once outdoor temperatures cool down.
    Ryan Brennan, Charlotte Observer, 22 Aug. 2026
  • The actual day of the game, however, was too windy for those curtains.
    Whitney Friedlander, Variety, 22 Aug. 2026

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“Drapery.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/drapery. Accessed 27 Aug. 2026.

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