striping

noun

strip·​ing ˈstrī-piŋ 

1

a

: the stripes marked or painted on something

b

: a design of stripes

2

: the act or process of marking with stripes

Examples of striping in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Polaris Anorak The Polaris Anorak is an adventure-ready style that adds a layer of protection against inclement weather with a pullover design, a midthigh length, reflective striping, and a hood. —Melony Forcier, Travel + Leisure, 28 Nov. 2025

Start with a neutral base polish to make your design pop like a true plaid, and keep a super steady hand for that intricate striping. —Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 27 Nov. 2025

Oversized striping then arrives in black for a slight contrast. —Ian Servantes, Footwear News, 5 Nov. 2025

The work includes new curb and gutter for the sidewalk, as well as an ADA ramp, concrete driveways, removal and replacement of wood and chain link fencing, minor asphalt work and striping, according to Donna Durckel, communications officer for the County of San Diego Land Use and Environment Group. —Regina Elling, San Diego Union-Tribune, 21 Oct. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

1677, in the meaning defined at sense 1a

Rhymes for striping

• griping
• piping
• sniping
• swiping
• taiping
• typing
• wiping
• electrotyping
• stereotyping
• genotyping
• subtyping