01 n. A line, or long, narrow division of anything of a different color or structure from the ground; hence, any linear variation of color or str…
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A line, or long, narrow division of anything of a different color or structure from the ground; hence, any linear variation of color or structure; as, a stripe, or streak, of red on a green ground; a raised stripe.
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A pattern produced by arranging the warp threads in sets of alternating colors, or in sets presenting some other contrast of appearance.(Weaving)
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A strip, or long, narrow piece attached to something of a different color; as, a red or blue stripe sewed upon a garment.
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A stroke or blow made with a whip, rod, scourge, or the like, such as usually leaves a mark.“Forty stripes he may give him, and not exceed.” — Deut. xxv. 3.
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A long, narrow discoloration of the skin made by the blow of a lash, rod, or the like.“Cruelty marked him with inglorious stripes.” — Thomson.
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Color indicating a party or faction; hence, distinguishing characteristic; sign; likeness; sort; as, persons of the same political stripe.[Colloq. U.S.]
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The chevron on the coat of a noncommissioned officer.(Mil.)