SINCE 1828
crape
noun
\ ˈkrāp
\
\
Definition of crape
(Entry 1 of 3)
1
: crepe
2
: a band of crepe worn on a hat or sleeve as a sign of mourning
crape
verb (1)
craped;
craping
Definition of crape (Entry 2 of 3)
: to cover or shroud with or as if with crape
crape
verb (2)
craped;
craping
Definition of crape (Entry 3 of 3)
: to make (the hair) curly
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