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 of drapery

• 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

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

Whether the drapery is extended or open, the tidy columns remain at the top. — Heather Bien, Southern Living, 16 July 2026

The original historic rooms feature heavy drapery, regal-looking bed frames, and simple baths. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 14 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

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