Crape Definition & Meaning

crape
noun
  1. small very thin pancake
  2. a soft thin light fabric with a crinkled surface
verb
  1. cover or drape with crape; "crape the mirror"
  2. curl tightly; "crimp hair"

Usage tips for "crape"

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