pinstripe

American  

[pin-strahyp] / ˈpɪnˌstraɪp /

noun

1. a very thin stripe, especially in fabrics.

2. a pattern of such stripes. stripe.

3. a fabric or garment having such stripes. stripe.

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pinstripe British  

/ ˈpɪnˌstraɪp /

noun

1. 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

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

An actor in a pinstripe suit and a straw boater hat jumped out of the Packard.

From Literature

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

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

From BBC

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