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
Inside the rest of the house, our clothes, bedding, draperies, carpets and furniture, even the kid’s toys, were lost to water and smoke damage.
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Todd Robinson, The Hollywood Reporter, 19 Aug. 2023
The artwork in the space was chosen from the actress’ ample art collection, and custom drapery in an oyster color was added to give the room more warmth.
—Natalia Senanayake, Peoplemag, 14 Sep. 2023
There was a golden crown and drapery that formed a canopy above baby Adira’s crib.
—Elizabeth Ayoola, Essence, 1 Sep. 2023
Consider the size of your drapery stack, which refers to the amount of space the curtains take up when they are fully opened and pushed to the sides, says Macuga.
—Alyssa Gautieri, Good Housekeeping, 31 Aug. 2023
Beyond that, a 30-foot-wide reception room spills out to a petite formal garden through four sets of French doors trimmed in rich brocade drapery.
—Mark David, Robb Report, 11 Aug. 2023
Instead of shutters, the couple relies on durable draperies made from waterproof sailcloth for shade and privacy.
—Southern Living Editors, Southern Living, 2 Aug. 2023
Alternatively, Galloway suggests embracing the trend for exterior drapery.
—Sophie Flaxman, Better Homes & Gardens, 1 Aug. 2023
Never use the flag for apparel, bedding, or drapery.
—Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 2 Aug. 2023
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Todd Robinson, The Hollywood Reporter, 19 Aug. 2023
The artwork in the space was chosen from the actress’ ample art collection, and custom drapery in an oyster color was added to give the room more warmth.
—Natalia Senanayake, Peoplemag, 14 Sep. 2023
There was a golden crown and drapery that formed a canopy above baby Adira’s crib.
—Elizabeth Ayoola, Essence, 1 Sep. 2023
Consider the size of your drapery stack, which refers to the amount of space the curtains take up when they are fully opened and pushed to the sides, says Macuga.
—Alyssa Gautieri, Good Housekeeping, 31 Aug. 2023
Beyond that, a 30-foot-wide reception room spills out to a petite formal garden through four sets of French doors trimmed in rich brocade drapery.
—Mark David, Robb Report, 11 Aug. 2023
Instead of shutters, the couple relies on durable draperies made from waterproof sailcloth for shade and privacy.
—Southern Living Editors, Southern Living, 2 Aug. 2023
Alternatively, Galloway suggests embracing the trend for exterior drapery.
—Sophie Flaxman, Better Homes & Gardens, 1 Aug. 2023
Never use the flag for apparel, bedding, or drapery.
—Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 2 Aug. 2023
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Word History
First Known Use
14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1
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The first known use of drapery was
in the 14th century
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“Drapery.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/drapery. Accessed 28 Sep. 2023.
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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
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