STRIPE

I. noun Etymology: Middle English, welt, long scar, blow, probably from ~ band on a garment Date: 15th century a stroke or blow with a rod or lash, II. transitive verb (~d; striping) Etymology: Middle English, to place bands or edging on (a garment), from Middle Dutch stripan, from ~, strepe ~; akin to Middle High German strīfe ~ Date: 15th century to make ~s on or variegate with ~s, III. noun Etymology: Middle English, band or ~ on a garment, in part from ~n, verb, in part from Middle Dutch ~ Date: 15th century 1. a line or long narrow section differing in color or texture from parts adjoining, b. a textile design consisting of lines or bands against a plain background, a fabric with a ~d design, a narrow strip of braid or embroidery usually 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, a distinct variety or sort ; type , ~less adjective