Stripe/straɪp/ Definition 1 of 3Pro Tip 1/3Pattern Indication Used to describe patterns on objects, often found on clothes, animals, or designs. Her dress has blue and yellow stripes. Pro Tip 2/3Visual Contrast 'Stripe' implies a visual difference that often stands out against its surroundings. The zebra's black stripes contrast with its white body. Pro Tip 3/3Natural Occurrence Stripes can occur naturally, not just in design, like on a tiger or in rock formations. The sedimentary rock had layers of stripes in it.