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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
Recent Examples on the Web
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The 19-year-old layered a gray blazer over a blue button-down and striped tie, completing his look with white pants and brown sneakers. Hannah Malach, InStyle, 14 Jan. 2026 The striped silver-green and purple leaves give the plant a gorgeous, graphic look. Leanne Potts, Better Homes & Gardens, 14 Jan. 2026 In one photo, the pregnant mom could be seen sprawled on a daybed in her bathroom, wearing a brown and white striped sweater tucked up to show her growing belly. Hannah Sacks, PEOPLE, 12 Jan. 2026 Zengjo Long-sleeve Turtleneck Worn layered beneath a solid black sweater or on its own with some eye-catching silver jewelry, this striped turtleneck will be a statement piece in your suitcase throughout the coming months while remaining practical. Merrell Readman, Travel + Leisure, 10 Jan. 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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Cite this Entry

“Striped.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/striped. Accessed 20 Jan. 2026.

Kids Definition

striped

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

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