striped

adjective

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

Examples of striped in a Sentence

the zebra is a black-and-white striped animal
Recent Examples on the Web In front of the skeleton, a silver stereo can be seen facing the tree, while a red-and-white striped drum set sits in the background. Natalia Senanayake, Peoplemag, 29 Nov. 2023 In the living room, curtains in yellows, pinks, and reds reminiscent of early autumn hung above a divan dressed with striped lumbar and couch pillows which gallerist Alex Tieghi-Walker would later cover himself with, as his version of being dressed in Le Réunion clothing. Maria Geyman, Vogue, 29 Nov. 2023 With a classic striped canvas and faux leather design, this tote has space for all of the essentials, from multiple pockets to a laptop sleeve to a bottom shoe compartment. Poppy Morgan, Rolling Stone, 21 Nov. 2023 The main pocket will store your belongings safely behind the accent of a gold zipper, and the striped fabric waist strap — in six color options — adds a fun, preppy touch. Rena Behar, Travel + Leisure, 20 Nov. 2023 Of course, the 26-year-old put her own spin on the iconic look by swapping out Rory's bootcut jeans for a pair of ultra thigh-high orange and black striped boots. Emily Tannenbaum, Glamour, 18 Nov. 2023 The bag’s silhouette is still classic, but the striped strap offers a fun touch. Carly Totten, Southern Living, 3 Nov. 2023 The green striped pair with a knit and some Uggs sounds extra cozy for Thanksgiving... although my parents might yell at me for dressing too comfortably. Hannah Jackson, Vogue, 15 Nov. 2023 Related North’s friend, meanwhile, dressed up as Hilton in a blue-and-white striped tank with navy blue pants, a black paperboy cap and a black leather Balenciaga purse. Starr Bowenbank, Billboard, 15 Nov. 2023 See More

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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 5 Dec. 2023.

Kids Definition

striped

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

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