striped

adjective

ˈstrīpt How to pronounce striped (audio)
ˈstrī-pəd
Synonyms of stripednext
: having stripes or streaks

Examples of striped in a Sentence

the zebra is a black-and-white striped animal
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More intricate and intentional with his choices, Adebayo color-matches to the occasion, stepping out in a monochrome look wearing Japanese label Seveskig in a distressed, striped long-sleeve polo, B1 Archival khakis, and Air Jordan SEs. Tiana Randall, Forbes.com, 21 Jan. 2026 Grab the set in charming floral patterns and striped prints for up to 63 percent off. Ali Faccenda, PEOPLE, 21 Jan. 2026 King appeared in a gray and white, striped prison suit, with his hands manacled at his waist. Eric Adler, Kansas City Star, 21 Jan. 2026 Replicate the trend on your nails by layering rhinestone appliqués on top of striped French tips. Ariel Wodarcyk, InStyle, 17 Jan. 2026 See All Example Sentences for striped

Word History

First Known Use

1567, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of striped was in 1567

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“Striped.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/striped. Accessed 23 Jan. 2026.

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striped

adjective
ˈstrīpt How to pronounce striped (audio)
ˈstrī-pəd
: having stripes or streaks

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