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Stripe
01
a design consisting of lines or bands with a different color from the background, often used on clothing, textiles, or other surfaces
Examples
She wore a sleek black dress with thin white stripes running down the sides.
The tiger's coat has dark stripes across its back.
02
a distinct type, category, or opinion
03
V-shaped sleeve badge indicating military rank and service
04
a piece of braid, usually on the sleeve, indicating military rank or length of service
to stripe
01
to add long, narrow bands or lines of a different color or texture to an object
Transitive: to stripe a surface with a pattern
Examples
The designer decided to stripe the walls with alternating shades of blue for a vibrant look.
She carefully striped the scarf with contrasting colors to create a bold pattern.
