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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Several customers said the striped design looks great on their couches while still feeling comfortable. Jacqueline Tempera, Better Homes & Gardens, 17 Sep. 2025 Shop it in ivory, black, or a black and white striped option. Jacqueline Tempera, PEOPLE, 17 Sep. 2025 If your aesthetic is constantly evolving, this subtle striped rug will grow with you. Audrey Lee, Architectural Digest, 16 Sep. 2025 Channel a French painter with a Breton-style striped shirt and a beret, or pair a smock and palette for artistic flair, which can often be safer than a well-meaning but potentially misguided tribute to a historical figure. Ella Cerón, Parents, 16 Sep. 2025 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 Sep. 2025.

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striped

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

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