1
a
: a line or long narrow section differing in color or texture from parts adjoining
b(1)
: a textile design consisting of lines or bands against a plain background
(2)
: a fabric with a striped design
2
: a narrow strip of braid or embroidery usually in the shape of a bar, arc, or chevron that is worn (as on the sleeve of a military uniform) to indicate rank or length of service
3
: a distinct variety or sort : type
persons of the same political stripe
Examples of stripe in a Sentence
Noun (1)
the prisoner was sentenced to receive 20 stripes with a bamboo pole
Verb
the children carefully striped the paper with red and blue paint
Noun (2)
the United States flag has seven red stripes
singers of every stripe will perform at the benefit concert
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Matt Schubert, The Denver Post, 8 Mar. 2025
In the '90s, florals, stripes, and gingham adorned many a kitchen surface—from wallpaper to window treatments and tablecloths.
—Maria Sabella, Better Homes & Gardens, 6 Mar. 2025
The New York Times News Service Syndicate, The Denver Post, 5 Mar. 2025
Listen to this article A purple and white striped beanie hat with green accents.
—Elizabeth Marie Himchak, San Diego Union-Tribune, 4 Mar. 2025
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Noun
Going 7-of-10 from the stripe also helped seal the deal.
—Matt Schubert, The Denver Post, 8 Mar. 2025
In the '90s, florals, stripes, and gingham adorned many a kitchen surface—from wallpaper to window treatments and tablecloths.
—Maria Sabella, Better Homes & Gardens, 6 Mar. 2025
Verb
But the real secret lies in the tomato sauce that stripes the center and top of the loaf, which is spiked with red wine.
—The New York Times News Service Syndicate, The Denver Post, 5 Mar. 2025
Listen to this article A purple and white striped beanie hat with green accents.
—Elizabeth Marie Himchak, San Diego Union-Tribune, 4 Mar. 2025
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“Stripe.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/stripe. Accessed 15 Mar. 2025.
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stripe
1 of 3 noun
: a stroke or blow with a rod or part of a whip
stripe
3 of 3 noun1
: a line or long narrow section differing in color or appearance from the background
2
: a piece of braid (as on the sleeve) to indicate military rank or length of service
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