striping

noun

strip·​ing ˈstrī-piŋ How to pronounce striping (audio)
Synonyms of stripingnext
1
a
: the stripes marked or painted on something
b
: a design of stripes
2
: the act or process of marking with stripes

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In addition, crews repaved the street and added new striping and signs. — Eleanor Nash, Kansas City Star, 3 June 2026 The light-dark contrast that is the hallmark of great lawn striping is achieved by simply bending grass blades to reflect light in a specific way. — Megan Hughes, Better Homes & Gardens, 19 May 2026 Yellow jackets are close in size to a honeybee, but have nearly hairless bodies and bold yellow-and-black striping. — Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 29 May 2026 Their signature styling includes simple canvas uppers and white rubber outsoles with black striping. — Sian Babish, PEOPLE, 29 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for striping

Word History

First Known Use

1677, in the meaning defined at sense 1a

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The first known use of striping was in 1677

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“Striping.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/striping. Accessed 8 Jul. 2026.

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