Undraper

To remove or unveil a covering, especially a drape, curtain, or shroud, revealing something that was previously hidden or obscured. The action implies an intentional act of uncovering, often to expose an object, a view, or a person. It can refer to a literal act of removing cloth or a more figurative removal of concealment or secrecy, bringing something into the open. The verb's core meaning lies in the act of revealing or making visible what was previously shielded or veiled.

Undraper meaning with examples

• The museum curator carefully began to undraper the ancient sarcophagus, anticipating the moment when the secrets of the pharaoh within would be revealed to the astonished crowd. His methodical actions, drawing back the heavy cloth, were full of drama as he allowed access to the forgotten tomb and let the truth and history be known.
• With a flourish, the magician undraped the illusion, exposing the empty table beneath the sheet, causing the audience to gasp in disbelief. The focus of the show was on revealing the trick, and thus the magician set to his job removing the curtain and sharing how his illusion was created. They had been fooled so many times.
• After years of investigation, the journalist finally began to undraper the corruption within the city council, exposing a web of deceit that implicated several high-ranking officials. The investigation took a long time, but he knew if he was going to do his job, he had to expose the truth to the public, or the truth would never see the light of day.
• The artist meticulously began to undraper the canvas, unveiling a stunning portrait that had been hidden for months. His act of revealing it was not for monetary gains, but to ensure a new piece of artwork could be shared with the world, or to get feedback on its creation. He thought it would inspire many people.
• As the storm subsided, the clouds began to undraper the mountain peak, offering a breathtaking view of the snow-covered landscape. The skies revealed what had been hidden for many hours. The whole view was magnificent and breathtaking and the world felt at peace. It was almost spiritual to see it all.