pinstripe

noun

pin·​stripe ˈpin-ˌstrīp How to pronounce pinstripe (audio)
often attributive
: a very thin stripe especially on a fabric
also : a suit with such stripes
often used in plural
pin-striped adjective

Examples of pinstripe in a Sentence

a dark suit with white pinstripes a man dressed in pinstripes
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The pinstripe-laden crowd stood as Ben Rice battled through a 10-pitch at-bat against Max Scherzer in Sunday’s first inning. Mitch Bannon, New York Times, 8 Sep. 2025 But instead of overwrought banker’s pinstripes, Armani did it his way, delivering formality in a softer and more feminine manner. Luisa Zargani, Footwear News, 4 Sep. 2025 Meanwhile, Chisholm continues to shine in pinstripes, bringing a potential new power-speed dynamic into the Yankees-Astros rivalry that hasn't been on New York's side in the past. Jackson Roberts, MSNBC Newsweek, 3 Sep. 2025 The fabric is machine washable for easy cleanup, and it’s decorated with timeless green and white pinstripes that creates a calming aesthetic. Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 27 Aug. 2025 See All Example Sentences for pinstripe

Word History

First Known Use

1863, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of pinstripe was in 1863

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“Pinstripe.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/pinstripe. Accessed 11 Sep. 2025.

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pinstripe

noun
pin·​stripe ˈpin-ˌstrīp How to pronounce pinstripe (audio)
: a very thin stripe on a fabric
also : a suit with such stripes
pin-striped
-ˌstrīpt
adjective

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