I. ˈstrīp noun
Etymology: Middle English, welt, long scar, blow, probably from stripe band on a garment
Date: 15th century
: a stroke or blow with a rod or lash
II. transitive verb
( striped ˈstrīpt ; strip·ing )
Etymology: Middle English, to place bands or edging on (a garment), from Middle Dutch stripan, from stripe, strepe stripe; akin to Middle High German strīfe stripe
Date: 15th century
: to make stripes on or variegate with stripes
III. noun
Etymology: Middle English, band or stripe on a garment, in part from stripen, verb, in part from Middle Dutch stripe
Date: 15th century
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 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
3. : a distinct variety or sort : type
persons of the same political stripe
• stripe·less ˈstrī-pləs adjective