Definition

To remove a covering or drapery from something, revealing what is underneath.

Example

The artist decided to undrape the statue during the ceremony to reveal its beauty.

Tense Forms

Conversation

I think we should undrape the curtains to let in more light.

Good idea! It will make the room feel brighter and more open.

Yeah, I love how it changes the atmosphere when we undrape them.

Absolutely! Let's do it right now.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Undrape is formed from "un-" (meaning not or to reverse) and "drape" (from Old French *draper*, meaning to cover with cloth). The word means to remove a covering or to take away a drape.

Memory Tip

Think of 'un-' meaning to reverse or remove something, and 'drape' as covering with cloth — so undrape means to take away the covering.

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