What does CRAPE mean?

Heres your answer: Crape Parts of Speech

Noun, verb

Definitions

1. A thin, crinkled fabric made of silk, wool, or other fibers. (noun)

2. To cover or drape with crape, especially as a sign of mourning. (verb)

Pronunciations (US, UK)

US: /kreɪp/

UK: /kreɪp/

Origin and Usage

The word "crape" comes from the French word "crepe," meaning "crimped." It has been used in English since the 17th century to describe a thin, crinkled fabric made of silk, wool, or other fibers. It was commonly used for mourning clothes in the 19th century.

Synonyms

1. Crepe

2. Gauze

3. Chiffon

Related Words

1. Crave

2. Grape

3. Recap

4. Space

5. Trace

Example Sentences

1. She wore a black dress made of crape to the funeral.

2. The windows were crape-draped in mourning for the deceased.

3. He crape-wrapped the wreath before laying it at the grave site.