[stripe] n [ME; akin to MD stripe strip, stripe] (15c): a stroke or blow with a rod or lash
[2]stripe vt striped ; strip.ing [prob. fr. MD; akin to MHG strife stripe] (15c): to make stripes on or variegate with stripes [3]stripe n (1626) 1 a: a line or long narrow section differing in color or texture from parts adjoining b (1): a textile design consisting of lines or bands against a plain background (2): a fabric with a striped design
2: a narrow strip of braid or embroidery usu. in the shape of a bar, arc, or chevron that is worn (as on the sleeve of a military uniform) to indicate rank or length of service
3: a distinct variety or sort: type "persons of the same political ~" -- stripe.less adj