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Present participle for to cover or wrap loosely with folds of cloth
“During rainy or cold days, you should drape your baby in warm sheets.”
Present participle for to make more beautiful or attractive by adorning or decorating
“Drape the table in layered linens to emphasize the importance of the scene.”
Present participle for to dangle or hang something up or over
“One foot was out of the stirrup, allowing him to drape his leg over the horn of the saddle.”
Present participle for to place (a piece of cloth) somewhere casually
“The correct etiquette is to drape your coat over the back of the chair.”
(somewhat rare) Present participle for to cover or conceal
“He would drape his true intentions with an air of benevolence.”
Present participle for to dress in distinctive clothes
Present participle for to fit padding, stuffing, springs, webbing and fabric covering to (furniture)
Present participle for bend or hang downwards limply
Present participle for sit, lie, or fall with one's arms and legs spread out in an ungainly way
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