Drape (verb)

1. Cover or hang cloth over something, such as furniture or a window.
2. Arrange cloth so that it hangs in an attractive or graceful way.

Origin:

Late 16th century (as a verb): from french drap "cloth", from old french drap, of germanic origin.

Examples:

1. She draped a blanket over the couch to protect it from the sun.
2. He draped the tablecloth over the table before setting it for dinner.
3. The curtains were draped elegantly over the windows to add some privacy.
4. She draped the scarf around her neck to keep warm.
5. The cloth was draped over the statue to protect it from dust.