pinstripe

American

[pin-strahyp] / ˈpɪnˌstraɪp /

noun

a very thin stripe, especially in fabrics.
a pattern of such stripes.
a fabric or garment having such stripes.

pinstripe British

/ ˈpɪnˌstraɪp /

noun

1. a very narrow stripe in fabric or the fabric itself, used esp for men's suits
2. ( as modifier )
  
  a pinstripe suit

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Etymology

Origin of pinstripe

First recorded in 1895–1900; pin + stripe ¹

Example Sentences

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Scotland's men will be decked out in navy blue - or now pinstripe salmon-pink - when they face Haiti, Morocco and Brazil at the World Cup this summer.

From BBC • Mar. 24, 2026

In his monologue, Styles, dressed in a grey pinstripe suit and bright blue tie, said he couldn’t resist hosting when he heard they booked his favorite-ever musical guest.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 15, 2026

He wore a disco-approved pinstripe suit on the red carpet on Saturday evening.

From BBC • Feb. 28, 2026

I have hundreds; whether it’s a solid color, a pinstripe, a pattern, a classic button down, we’re wearing it with any and everything.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 13, 2026

She’s all tall and stone-faced, wearing a black-and-white pinstripe suit.

From "Like Vanessa" by Tami Charles

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