noun

le drap

sheet

C'est un morceau de tissu que l'on met sur un lit pour le couvrir ou pour dormir dessus.

The French word "drap" primarily means "sheet" — specifically, a piece of cloth used as bedding covering a mattress or to cover oneself while sleeping.

Meaning and usage:

A drap is usually made of cotton, linen, or similar fabric and is part of bed linens.
It can also refer to a piece of fabric in a more general sense, but this is less common in everyday speech.

Synonyms and differences:

Drap vs. linge: "Linge" is a broader term meaning "linen" or "laundry" and includes all types of household textiles like towels, tablecloths, and sheets. "Drap" specifically refers to bed sheets.
Drap vs. couette: "Couette" means comforter or duvet—thicker bedding for warmth, whereas "drap" is usually a thinner, flat fabric.
Drap vs. taie: "Taie" (short for taie d'oreiller) is a pillowcase — which is different from a bed sheet.

In summary, "drap" is generally used for a bed sheet and its closest English equivalent is simply "sheet."