striped

adjective

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

Examples of striped in a Sentence

the zebra is a black-and-white striped animal
Recent Examples on the Web
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to show current usage. Read More Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback.
Colors include shades of red, orange, pink as well as white and striped ones. Janet Carson, arkansasonline.com, 30 Dec. 2024 Every time the striped light design was tested, shark attacks on the decoy dropped to zero. Melissa Cristina Marquez, Forbes, 30 Dec. 2024 Its unique striped shell exterior is not only beautiful, but made to last thanks to its tough ABS material. Jasmine Grant, Travel + Leisure, 29 Dec. 2024 The bespoke decor is inspired by visions of landscapes that travelers may encounter on their journey, with mythological frescoes, striped walls, and floral motifs common to much of the furniture. Fanny Guénon Des Mesnards, Architectural Digest, 28 Dec. 2024 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

Dictionary Entries Near striped

Cite this Entry

“Striped.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/striped. Accessed 4 Jan. 2025.

Kids Definition

striped

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

More from Merriam-Webster on striped

Last Updated: - Updated example sentences
Love words? Need even more definitions?

Subscribe to America's largest dictionary and get thousands more definitions and advanced search—ad free!