stripe (B1)

noun

Pronunciation: /ˈstraɪp/

Definition

A long, narrow band of color or texture that is different from the surface on either side of it.

Examples

• The flag had red and white stripes.

• She wore a shirt with thin blue stripes.

• The zebra's coat is famous for its black and white stripes.

How to Use stripe

stripe of (prepositional phrase)

A line or mark of a particular quality or character. — "She has a generous stripe of kindness in her personality."

striped with (prepositional phrase)

Marked with stripes of a particular color or material. — "The beach towel was striped with blue and white."

Synonyms of stripe

Words with a similar meaning to stripe:

• band
• line
• streak
• bar

Antonyms of stripe

Words with the opposite meaning to stripe:

• solid
• plain

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