adj
Uncommon
draped
draypt
Draped (adj) means Covered or wrapped loosely in fabric that hangs softly. Example: “The statue was draped in a white sheet before the unveiling.”
adj
1
Covered or wrapped loosely in fabric that hangs softly.
"The statue was draped in a white sheet before the unveiling."
"She sat with a shawl draped over her shoulders."
2
Fitted loosely with soft, flowing fabric rather than a tight cut.
"The dress had a beautifully draped neckline."
How to use draped
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishLoosely covered or hung with soft fabric.
Common pairings
draped in fabric
draped over
draped across
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Word forms
- Comparative
- more draped
- Superlative
- most draped
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What does “draped” mean?
The word “draped” means covered or wrapped loosely in fabric that hangs softly. In plain terms, loosely covered or hung with soft fabric.
How do you pronounce “draped”?
“Draped” is pronounced draypt (/dɹeɪpt/ in IPA).
How do you use “draped” in a sentence?
Here is “draped” used in a sentence: “The statue was draped in a white sheet before the unveiling.”
What part of speech is “draped”?
“Draped” is an adjective.
Is “draped” a common word?
“Draped” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “draped” have?
“Draped” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: covered or wrapped loosely in fabric that hangs softly.
