1. present participle of crape; covering or draping with crape (a thin, stiff fabric, traditionally black, used for mourning garments)
Usage: formal; often historical or ceremonial

Examples

• The mourners were craping the doorway in black fabric as a sign of respect.
• She spent the afternoon craping the mirrors with dark cloth for the funeral.
• The Victorian tradition of craping the house was a visible expression of grief.
• They were craping the railings with mourning bands.