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

• 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

The custom drapery treatments are crafted by Shade Store with fabric by French textile company Élitis. —Greg Carannante, Sun Sentinel, 28 Feb. 2025

The rope drum pendant lamp is from Bone Simple Design, and the drapery fabric is Tapestry Flower in Vintage Green, by Designers Guild from Osborne & Little. —Tori Sikkema, Curbed, 19 Feb. 2025

Matthews suggests a practical alternative for households with pets and young children: drapery that just kisses the floor. —Sophie Flaxman, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 Feb. 2025

Haus of Dreamers is an all-encompassing cultural concept and event for which Reisinger envisaged an installation characterized by his tactile drapery for a fully sensorial experience. —Sofia Celeste, WWD, 31 Jan. 2025

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