stripe (
http://definr.com/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