stripe
UK: straɪp | US: straɪp
n. a long, narrow band or strip differing in color, texture, or material from the surface on either side
n. a chevron or other insignia worn on a military uniform to indicate rank or service
vt. to mark with stripes
The word "stripe" originates from Middle Dutch strijpe or Middle Low German strīpe, meaning "a line or band." It evolved into Old French estripe before entering English. The root "strip" reflects the concept of a linear mark or division, while the silent "e" may have been added for phonetic or orthographic reasons. The word’s military usage (e.g., rank stripes) emerged in the 18th century, extending the idea of visual distinction.
The tiger’s orange fur has bold black stripes.
She painted a red stripe across the canvas.
The sergeant earned another stripe after five years of service.
The flag features three horizontal stripes of blue, white, and green.
They decided to stripe the parking lot for better organization.