What is stripy? How to use in English

Definition & pronunciation of stripy

stripyadjective

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/ˈstraɪpi//ˈstraɪpi/

Where does the word stripy come from?

"Stripy" is a relatively modern word, likely originating from the 19th century. It's a simple combination of "stripe" and the suffix "-y," which adds an adjective-like quality. "Stripe," itself, comes from the Old English "strīpe," meaning "a strip" or "a line." The "-y" suffix has a long history in English, adding a sense of "having the quality of" or "full of." Therefore, "stripy" simply means "having stripes" or "characterized by stripes."

Vocabulary summary stripy

typeadjective

meaningstriped

Example of vocabulary stripynamespace

  • The lifeguard's towel was bright red and stripy, making it easy to spot from a distance.
  • The zebra's coat was a pattern of stripes, alternating between black and white.
  • The beach umbrella had vibrant stripes of orange and yellow, offering plenty of shade from the sun.
  • Their socks were stripy, matching the navy blue and white of their school uniforms.
  • The cheetah's stripes helped it blend into the grassy savanna and stalk its prey unnoticed.

Synonyms and related words for stripy

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