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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With its relaxed silhouette and classic striped print, this pajama set feels a bit more elegant than the average sleepwear pick. Toni Sutton, PEOPLE, 16 May 2026 One woman, in particular, juxtaposed the avant-garde element with an auburn and black gingham blazer layered over a striped dress shirt — a style approach for the office siren by day and rave addict by night. Kaleigh Werner, Footwear News, 14 May 2026 The primary bedroom is more nautical, though, thanks to a classic blue-and-white color scheme, striped bed linens, and bay windows that frame the waves. Demetrius Simms, Robb Report, 14 May 2026 The color scheme in shades of white and sky blue evokes a scene just steps away — the French Riviera — and striped patterns give a beach resort feel. Chris Gardner, HollywoodReporter, 14 May 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 21 May. 2026.

Kids Definition

striped

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

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