drape with

drape (someone or something) with (something)

To cover someone or something with something. We draped the couch with a sheet to keep it from getting damaged or stained in the move. I can't tell what they're bringing in because they've draped it with drop cloths. I draped the mannequin with fabric to see if my dress idea would theoretically work.

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drape someone or something with something

to hang something on or over someone or something. They draped each guest with a makeshift toga. They draped the statue with a brightly colored loincloth.

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