Pronunciation: /strɪp/

Definitions of strip

noun a form of adult entertainment involving performers removing their clothes

Example Sentences

A1 I found a colorful strip of paper on the ground.

A2 She tore off a strip of cloth to use as a bandage.

B1 The painting had a thin strip of gold running along the edge.

B2 He bought a comic strip collection from the bookstore.

C1 The strip of land between the two countries was a disputed territory.

C2 The designer used a bold strip of neon green fabric in the dress.

verb to remove clothing or covering from someone or something

Example Sentences

A1 I strip the bed before washing the sheets.

A2 She stripped the wallpaper off the walls to redecorate.

B1 The mechanic stripped down the engine to repair it.

B2 He stripped off his wet clothes after coming in from the rain.

C1 The company decided to strip down its operations to focus on core products.

C2 The artist stripped away all distractions to focus on the essence of the painting.

Examples of strip in a Sentence

formal The artist carefully applied a strip of paint to the canvas.

informal I need to strip the old wallpaper off the walls before painting.

slang Let's hit the strip and see what trouble we can get into.

figurative The scandalous news will strip away any remaining trust in the politician.

Grammatical Forms of strip

past tense

stripped

plural

strips

comparative

stripper

superlative

strippiest

present tense

strip

future tense

will strip

perfect tense

has stripped

continuous tense

is stripping

singular

strip

positive degree

strip

infinitive

to strip

gerund

stripping

participle

stripped

Origin and Evolution of strip

First Known Use: 1250 year
Language of Origin: Old English
Story behind the word: The word 'strip' originated from the Old English word 'stripan' meaning to plunder or to tear off. It was derived from the Proto-Germanic word 'strijpan'.
Evolution of the word: Over time, the meaning of 'strip' evolved to also refer to removing clothing or covering, as well as a narrow piece of land or area.