stretch marks

plural noun

: striae on the skin (as of the hips, abdomen, and breasts) from excessive stretching and rupture of elastic fibers especially due to pregnancy or obesity

Examples of stretch marks in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

American Eagle –– whose partner brand Aerie has been known for marketing underwear to women with imagery that celebrated stretch marks, cellulite and a range of body sizes — ran a controversial ad campaign starting in July. —Madeline Holcombe, CNN Money, 11 Oct. 2025

Proven to fade scars and relieve stretch marks, this body oil has zero after-grease. —Tanya Akim, Forbes.com, 15 Sep. 2025

Considerations and Risks Getting laser treatment for stretch marks is generally safe, but like any procedure, there are some risks. —Sherri Gordon, Health, 27 Aug. 2025

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Word History

First Known Use

1956, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for stretch marks

• benchmarks
• earmarks
• embarks
• hallmarks
• landmarks
• monarchs
• reichsmarks
• remarks
• remarques
• trademarks
• arcs
• barks

Medical Definition

stretch marks

noun plural

: striae on the skin (as of the hips, abdomen, and breasts) from excessive stretching and rupture of elastic fibers especially due to pregnancy or obesity