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
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While Garner isn’t the first celebrity to break out the preppy closet classic this year — Taylor Swift and Joanna Gaines have both worn similar collared tops — her shirt’s striped pattern felt even more put together. Averi Baudler, People.com, 22 July 2025 The line comes in 20 solid colorways (with terracotta and meadow at an extra 20% off), and 10 floral and striped patterns. Yelena Moroz Alpert, Architectural Digest, 22 July 2025 Most recently, the hotel renovated the aptly named Ralph Lauren Cocktail Bar—a space devoted to his timeless style with bench seating clad in striped Lauren fabrics and a grand wall of black and white photographs of the famous names who have frequented the resort over the years. Katie Kelly Bell, Forbes.com, 21 July 2025 Stitch combines luxurious fabrics with tour-level style in this striped polo, crafted from breathable fabric and minimal branding. Jené Luciani Sena, FOXNews.com, 18 July 2025 See All Example Sentences for striped

Word History

First Known Use

1567, in the meaning defined above

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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 29 Jul. 2025.

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striped

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

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