Meaning & Definition of word "Strip"

Strip

/strɪp/

1. A long, narrow piece of something.
- Example: She cut a strip of paper to make a bookmark.
2. A sequence of events, often in a comic format.
- Example: He read the latest strip of his favorite comic in the newspaper.
3. A piece of land that is long and narrow.
- Example: They bought a strip of land along the river for their new cabin.

1. To remove (something) from a surface or from another thing.
- Example: She had to strip the old paint off the wooden table before refinishing it.
2. To take away, especially something that is essential or important.
- Example: The job was so overwhelming that it stripped him of his enthusiasm.
3. To remove all clothing or covering.
- Example: He decided to strip down to his swimsuit before jumping into the pool.

Middle English 'strippen', of Germanic origin; related to Dutch 'strippen' and German 'strippen'.

strip down:

To reduce to basic elements or simplify.

strip search:

A thorough search that requires the removal of clothing.

strip mall:

A row of retail establishments connected by a parking area.

color strip:

A narrow band of color, especially found in design or textiles.

one-horse strip:

A very small or insignificant place.

stripped:

Past tense of strip, meaning to have removed something.

stripping:

The act of removing or taking off layers.

striper:

A person or thing that removes strips, often used in context of performers.

Meaning: To take off clothing quickly, often in a provocative manner.

Example Sentence: The DJ tried to get the crowd hyped up as girls started to strip.

Meaning: To cheat someone out of something.

Example Sentence: Don't let him strip you of your money with that scam.