noun (plural draperies)
1 [U] (also draperies [pl.]) fabric or clothing hanging in loose folds:
a cradle swathed in draperies and blue ribbon * The style is noted for its flowing drapery.
2 [C,usually pl.] (AmE) = DRAPE
3 [U] (old-fashioned) fabric and materials for sewing sold by a draper:
a drapery shop / business
compareDRYGOODS
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Sourced from Main Dictionary in Lughet's collection.
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