Definitions

1. noun

a long, narrow piece of fabric, leather, or other material, typically used for decoration or to match a particular color scheme.

“The designer added a bright red stripe to the scarf.”

2. noun

a pattern of parallel lines or colors on a surface, such as a person’s or animal’s coat.

“The zebra’s distinctive black and white stripe pattern helps it blend in with its environment.”

3. noun

a thin layer or band of something, especially a mineral or a rock formation.

“The geologist identified a thin stripe of quartz in the rock sample.”

4. verb

to mark or decorate something with a stripe or stripes.

“The artist striped the wall with colorful paint.”

5. verb

to remove or separate something by a thin layer or band.

“The farmer striped the soil to prepare it for planting.”

6. verb

to arrange or separate something in a striped pattern.

“The stylist striped the hair to create a unique look.”

7. verb

to travel or move in a striped or zigzag pattern.

“The plane striped across the sky, leaving a trail of contrails behind it.”

8. verb

to remove the seeds or pith from a fruit or vegetable, typically in a striped or spiral pattern.

“The chef striped the lemons for the salad.”

9. verb

to mark or record something in a striped or zigzag pattern.

“The teacher striped the attendance sheet to keep track of the students.”

10. adjective

having or characterized by stripes.

“The striped shirt was a popular fashion item last season.”

11. adverb

in a striped or zigzag pattern.

“The river striped through the valley, creating a beautiful landscape.”