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 Closing interior blinds or drapery could be the next best thing, suggests Dugan. — Sheila Kim, The Spruce, 11 Aug. 2026 Designed to be charming and romantic, rooms have a B&B feel with canopy beds, rich drapery, plush chairs, hardwood floors, and walls adorned with chair rail and crown molding. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 30 July 2026 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 See All Example Sentences for drapery
Recent Examples of Synonyms for drapery
curtains
Noun
  • These sheer Sylvie curtains are from the duo’s upcoming collaboration with Kufri textiles.
    — Alex Beggs, Architectural Digest, 21 Sep. 2026
  • At night this is lit by strung lights and lanterns, perfect for an al fresco dip above the urban buzz, while inside lamps cast a soft glow, and thick Roman blinds and bedroom curtains block out all light.
    — Adrienne Wyper, TheWeek, 17 Sep. 2026

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“Drapery.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/drapery. Accessed 24 Sep. 2026.

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