drapery — cloth coverings hung in loose folds, especially as curtains
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: cloth coverings hung in loose folds, especially as curtains
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈdreɪpəri/
Korean meaning: 주름지게 늘어뜨린 천, 특히 커튼이나 장식용 천
Korean pronunciation: **드레**이퍼리
Example Sentences
- The theater's red velvet drapery made even the worst play look dramatic.
- She spent more on the drapery than on the actual furniture.
- The cat destroyed the expensive drapery in exactly 3.5 seconds.
drapery
NOUN//ˈdreɪpəri//
cloth coverings hung in loose folds, especially as curtains

an interior designer carefully arranges long flowing curtains around a large window. She gathers the rich fabric in her hands, letting it fall in graceful folds and curves. The heavy cloth naturally creates beautiful pleats and waves as it hangs from the curtain rod. The fabric pools slightly on the floor, forming elegant draping patterns. Her assistant holds additional fabric panels, watching as the designer positions each fold perfectly. The homeowner observes from nearby, admiring how the cloth transforms the room's appearance. cloth coverings hung in loose folds as decorative window treatments
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Beautiful scenery peeks through the bakery's drapery!
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Origin
14세기 프랑스어 'draperie'에서 유래했으며, 이는 천을 만들고 파는 일을 뜻하는 'draper'에서 나왔습니다. 원래는 천 장사의 직업이나 상점을 의미했다가, 점차 장식용 천 자체를 가리키게 되었습니다.
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“The theater's red velvet drapery made even the worst play look dramatic.”
“She spent more on the drapery than on the actual furniture.”
“The cat destroyed the expensive drapery in exactly 3.5 seconds.”
“The hotel's drapery service includes cleaning and installation.”
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