stripe
n 1: a strip or stripe of a contrasting color or material [syn: {band},
{banding}]
2: a piece of braid, usually on the sleeve, indicating military
rank or length of service
3: V-shaped sleeve badge indicating military rank and service
[syn: {chevron}, {stripes}, {grade insignia}]
4: a marking of a different color or texture from the
background [syn: {streak}]
v : mark with stripes