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B1 Verb / Noun #12 सबसे आम 10 मिनट पढ़ने का समय

strip

शीर्ष 12

At the A1 level, 'strip' is most easily understood as a noun meaning a long, thin piece of something. Think of a 'strip of paper' or a 'strip of cloth'. It is a simple way to describe the shape of an object. You might also see it in the context of a 'comic strip' in a book or newspaper, which is a series of small pictures that tell a story. As a verb, it is less common at this level, but you might hear it in very simple instructions like 'strip the bed', which means to take the sheets off. The focus for A1 learners should be on the physical shape and the simple action of taking things off a bed. It is important not to confuse it with 'stripe', which is just a line of color. A strip is a real thing you can hold, while a stripe is just a pattern you see. Use 'strip' when you are talking about crafts, like cutting paper into long pieces for a project.

For A2 learners, 'strip' expands into more common household and descriptive uses. You will encounter it as a verb meaning to remove a covering. For example, 'We need to strip the old paint' or 'The wind stripped the leaves from the trees'. These are physical actions that are easy to visualize. As a noun, you might learn about a 'landing strip' for planes or a 'strip mall' where there are many shops in a row. You are starting to see that 'strip' describes things that are long and narrow. In grammar, you will notice that we often use 'strip' with 'of' or 'from'. For example, 'He stripped the paper from the wall'. It is a useful word for describing DIY projects at home or describing the layout of a town. You should also be aware of 'comic strips' as a way to practice reading English in a fun way.

At the B1 level, you should be comfortable using 'strip' in both its physical and more abstract senses. You will use it to describe processes like 'stripping a car for parts' or 'stripping a room' before painting. You will also encounter the more formal use of 'strip' meaning to take away someone's rights or titles. For instance, 'The athlete was stripped of his medal'. This is a common theme in news stories. You should also understand phrasal verbs like 'strip away', which means to remove layers to see the truth or the core of something. For example, 'If you strip away the marketing, the product is quite simple'. At this level, you are expected to use the correct prepositions ('of' for rights, 'from' for physical things) and understand the difference between 'strip' and 'stripe' clearly. You might also hear about 'stripping a thread' on a screw, which is a common technical problem.

B2 learners should understand the nuances of 'strip' in professional and specialized contexts. This includes the technical meaning in engineering (stripping a gear or a screw) and the legal meaning (stripping someone of their citizenship). You should be able to use the word metaphorically, such as 'stripping a budget to its bare essentials' or 'stripping a person of their dignity'. The noun 'strip' also appears in more complex terms like 'the Gaza Strip' or 'the Las Vegas Strip', where it refers to specific geographic or commercial areas. You should be aware of the register of the word; while 'strip' is neutral, it can be sensitive in contexts involving people (like 'strip search'). Your writing should reflect the ability to choose 'strip' over 'peel' or 'remove' when you want to emphasize the thoroughness or the force of the removal process.

At the C1 level, you should have a sophisticated grasp of 'strip' and its various connotations. You will use it to describe complex social or political actions, such as 'stripping a corporation of its assets' or 'stripping a law of its power through amendments'. You should be familiar with idiomatic expressions like 'tearing a strip off someone' (to scold them) and use them appropriately in the right cultural context. You will also see 'strip' used in advanced technical or scientific writing, such as 'stripping electrons from an atom' or 'stripping data' from a file. Your use of the word should be precise, distinguishing it from 'divest', 'dismantle', or 'denude' based on the specific nuances of the situation. You should also understand the aesthetic use of 'stripped-back' to describe minimalist art, music, or interior design, where only the most essential elements remain.

C2 mastery involves an effortless and highly nuanced use of 'strip' across all possible domains. You can use it to discuss philosophical concepts, such as 'stripping away the ego' or 'the stripped-down reality of human existence'. You are aware of the word's history and its etymological connections to other Germanic words. You can use 'strip' in high-level literary or academic contexts to describe the reduction of something to its most primal or fundamental state. You understand the subtle differences in tone between 'stripped of', 'deprived of', and 'bereft of'. In conversation, you can use the word with perfect timing and register, whether you are discussing a complex legal case, a technical engineering failure, or a piece of minimalist architecture. You also recognize the word's role in branding and urban geography, understanding how 'The Strip' has become a proper noun in various cities around the world.

इसका अभ्यास करें उदाहरण नोट्स और सुझाव

strip 30 सेकंड में

Verb: To remove a covering, layer, or clothing from something or someone, often leaving the surface bare or exposed.
Verb: To officially take away a person's rank, title, or rights as a punishment or necessary action.
Noun: A long, narrow piece of material, such as paper, cloth, or wood, or a narrow area of land.
Noun: A series of drawings that tell a story, commonly found in newspapers or magazines (comic strip).

The word strip is a versatile English term that functions as both a verb and a noun, primarily revolving around the concept of removal or a long, narrow shape. As a verb, it most commonly describes the act of removing a covering, a layer, or clothing. Imagine peeling the bark off a tree or taking the old wallpaper off a wall; these are classic examples of stripping. It implies a thorough removal, often leaving the core or the base layer exposed. In a more abstract sense, it can refer to taking away someone's rank, power, or possessions as a form of punishment or necessity. When used as a noun, a strip refers to a piece of material that is much longer than it is wide. This could be a strip of paper, a strip of land used as a runway, or even a comic strip in a newspaper. The essence of the noun form is the specific geometric proportion: long, thin, and flat.

Physical Removal: The most literal use involves taking off layers. Mechanics strip engines to inspect parts, and decorators strip paint to prepare surfaces for a fresh coat. It suggests a process of baring something to its essential state.
Deprivation of Rights: In legal or formal contexts, to strip someone of something means to officially take away a privilege or title. For example, an athlete might be stripped of a gold medal if they are found to have cheated, or a soldier might be stripped of their rank for misconduct.
Geometric Form: As a noun, it describes the shape of objects. A 'strip mall' is a long row of stores, and a 'landing strip' is a long, narrow piece of ground for aircraft. The shape is the defining characteristic here.

The carpenter had to strip the old varnish from the antique table before he could apply the new stain, ensuring the wood was completely bare.

After the scandal was revealed, the committee decided to strip the executive of his honorary degree and all associated benefits.

She cut a thin strip of blue silk to use as a ribbon for the gift box she had prepared for her mother.

The pilot looked down and finally spotted the narrow strip of asphalt that served as the island's only runway.

The morning newspaper always includes a funny comic strip featuring a sarcastic cat and its long-suffering owner.

Using 'strip' correctly requires understanding its grammatical patterns. As a transitive verb, it requires an object—the thing being uncovered or the person being deprived. For example, 'The workers strip the building' implies they are removing its exterior. When you want to specify what is being removed, you use the 'strip [something] of [something]' or 'strip [something] from [something]' structures. The choice between 'of' and 'from' is often determined by whether the focus is on the person losing something (of) or the material being moved (from). As a noun, it functions like any other countable noun, appearing with articles like 'a' or 'the'.

Verb Pattern: Strip + Object: Used when the action of uncovering is the main point. 'We need to strip the bed' means removing the sheets and pillowcases for washing.
Verb Pattern: Strip [Person] of [Possession]: Common in formal and legal contexts. 'The court decided to strip the defendant of his assets to pay for the damages caused by his actions.'
Noun Pattern: A Strip of [Material]: Used to describe a physical piece. 'He applied a strip of adhesive tape to the broken window to keep the draft out temporarily.'

The storm was so powerful that it managed to strip the leaves from every tree in the orchard within minutes.

The athlete was devastated when the Olympic committee chose to strip her of the record she had worked years to achieve.

Please cut a long strip of bacon and wrap it around the dates before putting them in the oven to bake.

The minimalist designer decided to strip away all the unnecessary decorations to focus on the building's raw structure.

They lived on a narrow strip of land between the high cliffs and the crashing waves of the Atlantic Ocean.

The word 'strip' appears in a surprising variety of everyday contexts, from the mundane to the highly specialized. In a domestic setting, you might hear it during home renovations—'stripping the wallpaper' is a common, if tedious, task. In the world of media, 'comic strips' are a staple of newspapers and digital platforms, providing quick bursts of humor or narrative. In urban planning and commerce, the term 'strip mall' describes those ubiquitous rows of shops with a shared parking lot in front. Aviation professionals frequently use the term 'airstrip' or 'landing strip' to refer to the place where planes touch down. Even in sports, particularly racing, the 'drag strip' is the specialized track where cars compete for speed. Understanding these diverse environments helps you grasp the word's full range.

Home Improvement: 'I spent the whole weekend stripping the old layers of paint off the door frames to reveal the beautiful oak wood underneath.'
Journalism and Art: 'The political cartoonist released a new comic strip that satirized the latest government policy on environmental protection.'
Travel and Logistics: 'The small island is only accessible by a tiny grass airstrip that can only accommodate light, single-engine aircraft.'

The mechanic had to strip down the entire engine to find the source of the mysterious rattling sound that started yesterday.

We stopped at a local strip mall to grab some coffee and a quick snack before continuing our long road trip across the state.

The recipe calls for you to strip the leaves from the rosemary sprigs and chop them finely before adding them to the sauce.

The Las Vegas Strip is world-famous for its massive hotels, bright neon lights, and round-the-clock entertainment options.

After the game, the coach had to strip away the excuses and force the team to look at their actual performance on the field.

One of the most frequent errors learners make with 'strip' is confusing it with similar-sounding words like 'stripe', 'strap', or 'step'. While 'strip' and 'stripe' both involve long shapes, a 'stripe' is a pattern or a line of color (like on a zebra), whereas a 'strip' is a physical piece of material. Another common mistake is using the wrong preposition. Learners often say 'strip from' when they mean 'strip of' in the context of taking away rights. For example, 'He was stripped from his title' is incorrect; it should be 'stripped of his title'. Additionally, because 'strip' can refer to removing clothes, it can sometimes carry an unintended sexual connotation if used carelessly in social situations. It is safer to use 'undress' or 'take off' when referring to general clothing removal unless the context is specific, like medical or athletic preparation.

Strip vs. Stripe: A 'strip' is a physical object (a strip of paper). A 'stripe' is a visual mark (a stripe on a shirt). You can cut a strip, but you draw a stripe.
Preposition Errors: Remember: Strip [material] FROM [surface], but Strip [person] OF [honor/rank]. Mixing these up can make a sentence sound unnatural to native speakers.
Contextual Sensitivity: Avoid saying 'I need to strip' in a public or professional setting if you just mean you want to change your clothes. It sounds too literal and potentially inappropriate.

Incorrect: The zebra has black and white strips. Correct: The zebra has black and white stripes.

Incorrect: He was stripped from his power. Correct: He was stripped of his power.

Incorrect: I need to strip for the gym. Correct: I need to change for the gym.

Incorrect: Use a stripe of tape. Correct: Use a strip of tape.

Incorrect: The screw is striped. Correct: The screw is stripped.

Depending on the context, there are many words you can use instead of 'strip' to be more precise. If you are talking about removing a natural outer layer, 'peel' or 'skin' might be better. If you are talking about taking apart a machine, 'dismantle' is a more technical alternative. For the noun form, words like 'band', 'ribbon', or 'sliver' can offer more descriptive detail about the size and texture of the object. Understanding these nuances allows you to tailor your language to the specific situation, whether you are writing a technical manual, a story, or a casual email.

Strip vs. Peel: 'Peel' is usually for thin, flexible layers like fruit skin or stickers. 'Strip' is for more forceful removal or larger layers like wallpaper or bark.
Strip vs. Dismantle: 'Dismantle' implies a careful, organized taking apart of a structure. 'Strip' often implies a more destructive or basic removal of components.
Strip vs. Sliver: A 'sliver' is a very tiny, thin piece (like a sliver of glass). A 'strip' is generally larger and more uniform in shape.

Instead of saying 'strip the orange', it is more natural to say 'peel the orange' because the skin is thin and easily removed by hand.

The engineers had to dismantle the prototype carefully to preserve the delicate sensors for future testing.

She found a tiny sliver of wood in her finger after handling the rough planks in the workshop.

The tailor used a ribbon of silk to finish the edge of the gown, giving it a luxurious and elegant appearance.

The government decided to divest itself of its interests in the coal industry to meet new green energy targets.

How Formal Is It?

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अनौपचारिक

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रोचक तथ्य

The use of 'strip' to mean a 'comic strip' only dates back to the early 20th century, specifically around 1920, as newspapers began printing these short, narrow sequences of cartoons.

उच्चारण मार्गदर्शिका

UK /strɪp/

US /strɪp/

Single syllable word; the stress is on the entire word.

तुकबंदी

clip drip flip grip hip lip ship trip

आम गलतियाँ

Pronouncing it like 'stripe' (/straɪp/) with a long 'i' sound.
Adding an extra vowel sound before the 's', making it 'estrip'.
Confusing the 'p' at the end with a 'b' sound.
Not clearly pronouncing the 't' in the 'str' cluster.
Making the 'i' sound too long, like 'streep'.

कठिनाई स्तर

पठन 3/5

Easy to recognize in context, but can have multiple meanings.

लिखना 4/5

Requires knowledge of correct prepositions like 'of' and 'from'.

बोलना 3/5

Simple pronunciation, but avoid accidental sexual connotations.

श्रवण 3/5

Must distinguish from 'stripe' in fast speech.

आगे क्या सीखें

पूर्वापेक्षाएँ

remove long thin piece take

आगे सीखें

divest dismantle denude minimalist privilege

उन्नत

expropriate dispossess unfurl elongated attenuated

ज़रूरी व्याकरण

Transitive Verb Usage

You must strip the surface (Object) before painting.

Prepositional Collocation (of)

He was stripped of his honors.

Prepositional Collocation (from)

Strip the bark from the tree.

Noun as a Countable Unit

I need three strips of tape.

Phrasal Verb: Strip Down

We need to strip down the old machine.

स्तर के अनुसार उदाहरण

I have a strip of red paper.

Tengo una tira de papel rojo.

Noun: 'a strip of' is a common phrase.

Please strip the bed today.

Por favor, quita las sábanas de la cama hoy.

Verb: 'strip the bed' means removing the sheets.

Look at this comic strip.

Mira esta tira cómica.

Noun: 'comic strip' is a compound noun.

Cut a strip of cloth.

Corta una tira de tela.

Noun: 'strip' describes the shape.

The strip is very long.

La tira es muy larga.

Noun: subject of the sentence.

He has a strip of tape.

Él tiene una tira de cinta.

Noun: object of the verb 'has'.

This is a strip of land.

Esta es una franja de tierra.

Noun: 'strip of land' is a common expression.

Use a strip of wood.

Usa una tira de madera.

Noun: used in an imperative sentence.

The wind stripped the leaves from the tree.

El viento arrancó las hojas del árbol.

Verb: 'strip [something] from [something]'.

We need to strip the old wallpaper.

Necesitamos quitar el papel tapiz viejo.

Verb: 'strip' as an infinitive after 'need to'.

The plane landed on the grass strip.

El avión aterrizó en la franja de césped.

Noun: 'grass strip' refers to a simple runway.

She cut the meat into thin strips.

Ella cortó la carne en tiras finas.

Noun: plural 'strips'.

There is a strip mall near my house.

Hay un centro comercial de tira cerca de mi casa.

Noun: 'strip mall' is a common term in the US.

He stripped the paint off the chair.

Él quitó la pintura de la silla.

Verb: past tense 'stripped'.

The sun stripped the color from the curtains.

El sol quitó el color de las cortinas.

Verb: metaphorical use of physical removal.

Put a strip of glue here.

Pon una tira de pegamento aquí.

Noun: used for a line of substance.

The athlete was stripped of his gold medal.

Al atleta le quitaron su medalla de oro.

Passive voice: 'was stripped of'.

You must strip the wire before connecting it.

Debes pelar el cable antes de conectarlo.

Verb: technical use for electrical work.

The company was stripped of its assets.

La empresa fue despojada de sus activos.

Verb: formal use meaning to take away property.

He decided to strip down the engine.

Él decidió desarmar el motor.

Phrasal verb: 'strip down' means to take apart.

The story was published as a comic strip.

La historia fue publicada como una tira cómica.

Noun: 'as a' indicates the format.

The thief stripped the car in an hour.

El ladrón desmanteló el coche en una hora.

Verb: means removing all valuable parts.

A narrow strip of land connects the islands.

Una estrecha franja de tierra conecta las islas.

Noun: geographical description.

She stripped away the old varnish.

Ella quitó el barniz viejo.

Phrasal verb: 'strip away'.

The dictator was stripped of all his powers.

El dictador fue despojado de todos sus poderes.

Verb: formal/political context.

The minimalist house was stripped of all ornament.

La casa minimalista fue despojada de todo adorno.

Verb: aesthetic context.

Be careful not to strip the screw.

Ten cuidado de no barrer el tornillo.

Verb: technical meaning of damaging threads.

The forest was stripped bare by the fire.

El bosque quedó pelado por el incendio.

Adjective phrase: 'stripped bare'.

The project was stripped of its funding.

El proyecto fue privado de su financiación.

Verb: financial/administrative context.

They walked along the neon-lit strip.

Caminaron por la franja iluminada con neón.

Noun: refers to a famous commercial street.

The lawyer tried to strip the witness of her credibility.

El abogado intentó quitarle credibilidad a la testigo.

Verb: metaphorical use in a legal setting.

The team was stripped of its title after the scandal.

El equipo fue despojado de su título tras el escándalo.

Verb: common in sports news.

The book strips away the myths surrounding the war.

El libro elimina los mitos que rodean la guerra.

Phrasal verb: 'strip away' used for revealing truth.

The prisoner was subjected to a humiliating strip search.

El prisionero fue sometido a un humillante registro corporal.

Noun compound: 'strip search' is a specific term.

The recession stripped many families of their savings.

La recesión privó a muchas familias de sus ahorros.

Verb: describing economic impact.

The artist used a stripped-back style for the album.

El artista usó un estilo minimalista para el álbum.

Adjective: 'stripped-back' means simple/essential.

The treaty stripped the nation of its coastal territories.

El tratado despojó a la nación de sus territorios costeros.

Verb: historical/political context.

The harsh chemicals will strip the protective coating.

Los productos químicos fuertes eliminarán la capa protectora.

Verb: scientific/industrial context.

He was stripped of his dignity by the cruel treatment.

Fue despojado de su dignidad por el trato cruel.

Verb: abstract/emotional context.

The city has a long strip of industrial warehouses.

La ciudad tiene una larga franja de almacenes industriales.

Noun: describing urban landscape.

The play is a stripped-down exploration of grief.

La obra es una exploración austera del duelo.

Adjective: 'stripped-down' in a literary sense.

The court's decision effectively stripped the law of its teeth.

La decisión del tribunal efectivamente dejó a la ley sin fuerza.

Idiomatic: 'strip of its teeth' means to make powerless.

The winter landscape was stripped of all vibrancy.

El paisaje invernal estaba despojado de toda vitalidad.

Verb: poetic/descriptive use.

The process involves stripping electrons from the hydrogen atoms.

El proceso implica arrancar electrones de los átomos de hidrógeno.

Verb: precise scientific terminology.

The CEO was stripped of his golden parachute after the audit.

Al CEO se le retiró su indemnización millonaria tras la auditoría.

Idiomatic: 'golden parachute' combined with 'strip'.

The architecture reflects a desire to strip away artifice.

La arquitectura refleja el deseo de eliminar lo artificial.

Verb: philosophical/aesthetic context.

The scandal stripped the veneer of respectability from the institution.

El escándalo quitó la apariencia de respetabilidad de la institución.

Metaphorical: 'strip the veneer' means revealing the truth.

The land was stripped of its minerals by decades of mining.

La tierra fue despojada de sus minerales por décadas de minería.

Verb: environmental/industrial context.

सामान्य शब्द संयोजन

strip mall

comic strip

landing strip

strip search

strip of land

strip the bed

strip of paper

strip away

strip down

stripped bare

सामान्य वाक्यांश

strip of cloth

strip of wood

strip of bacon

strip of tape

strip of metal

strip of light

strip of beach

strip of leather

strip of film

strip of carpet

अक्सर इससे भ्रम होता है

strip vs stripe

A stripe is a line of color; a strip is a physical piece or a narrow area.

strip vs strap

A strap is a strip of material used to fasten or carry something, like a bag strap.

strip vs step

A step is an action of moving your foot; 'strip' sounds similar but has a different vowel.

मुहावरे और अभिव्यक्तियाँ

"tear a strip off someone"

To criticize or scold someone very severely. This is primarily a British English idiom.

The boss tore a strip off him for being late again.

informal

"strip to the waist"

To remove all clothing from the upper half of the body. Often used in medical or athletic contexts.

The doctor asked him to strip to the waist for the exam.

neutral

"strip a gear"

To damage the teeth on a gear so that it no longer works. Used metaphorically for a mental breakdown.

The old car finally stripped a gear on the hill.

technical/informal

"strip to the bone"

To remove everything except the most essential parts. Often used regarding budgets or stories.

The company was stripped to the bone to save it from bankruptcy.

metaphorical

"strip search"

A thorough search of a person that involves removing all their clothes. A very formal and serious term.

Customs officers performed a strip search on the suspect.

formal

"comic strip"

A sequence of drawings in boxes that tell an amusing story. A standard term in media.

He has been drawing the same comic strip for twenty years.

neutral

"strip mall"

A shopping center consisting of a row of stores with a common parking lot. Common in North America.

The new strip mall has a pharmacy and a bakery.

neutral

"landing strip"

A simple runway for aircraft, often without elaborate airport facilities. Used in aviation.

The emergency landing strip was barely visible in the dark.

neutral

"drag strip"

A straight track used for drag racing. Used in the context of motorsports.

The cars lined up at the start of the drag strip.

neutral

"strip away the veneer"

To reveal the true nature of something by removing its superficial appearance. A sophisticated metaphor.

The investigation stripped away the veneer of honesty from the politician.

formal

आसानी से भ्रमित होने वाले

strip vs stripe

Similar spelling and both involve long shapes.

A stripe is a pattern or a mark (2D). A strip is a physical object or a piece (3D). You can have a strip of cloth with a stripe pattern on it.

The shirt has a blue stripe. I cut a strip of the shirt.

strip vs strap

Similar sound and both are long and narrow.

A strap is specifically designed to hold, fasten, or carry something. A strip is a general term for the shape.

The bag has a leather strap. I used a strip of leather to fix it.

strip vs peel

Both mean to remove a layer.

Peel is used for thin, natural layers (fruit, skin). Strip is used for tougher layers or when removing everything.

Peel the apple. Strip the wallpaper.

strip vs dismantle

Both involve taking things apart.

Dismantle is a careful, piece-by-piece process. Strip often implies a faster or more basic removal of all parts.

Dismantle the clock. Strip the car for parts.

strip vs divest

Both mean to take away.

Divest is strictly formal/legal, usually for money or power. Strip can be used for physical or formal things.

The bank divested its shares. The king was stripped of his crown.

वाक्य संरचनाएँ

A strip of [Noun]

A strip of paper.

Strip the [Noun]

Strip the bed.

Strip [Noun] from [Noun]

Strip the paint from the wall.

Strip [Noun] of [Noun]

Strip him of his title.

Strip down the [Noun]

Strip down the engine.

Strip away the [Abstract Noun]

Strip away the lies.

A stripped-back [Noun]

A stripped-back performance.

Stripped bare

The room was stripped bare.

शब्द परिवार

संज्ञा

क्रिया

विशेषण

इसे कैसे इस्तेमाल करें

frequency

Common in daily life, especially in DIY, news, and geography.

सामान्य गलतियाँ

The zebra has white strips. → The zebra has white stripes.
A stripe is a line of color. A strip is a physical piece of something.
He was stripped from his medal. → He was stripped of his medal.
When taking away a title or prize, the correct preposition is 'of'.
I need to strip the orange. → I need to peel the orange.
For fruit, 'peel' is the much more natural and common verb.
The screw is striped. → The screw is stripped.
'Striped' means it has lines on it. 'Stripped' means the thread or head is damaged.
He stripped away from his clothes. → He stripped off his clothes.
The phrasal verb for removing clothes is 'strip off', not 'strip away from'.

सुझाव

Double the 'P'

When you change 'strip' to 'stripped' or 'stripping', you must double the 'p'. This is because 'strip' has a short vowel sound followed by a single consonant.

Use 'Sliver' for Small Pieces

If a strip is extremely thin and small, like a piece of glass or a tiny bit of wood, use the word 'sliver' instead. It sounds more precise.

Avoid 'Strip' for Getting Dressed

If you are telling someone you are going to change your clothes, say 'I'm going to change' rather than 'I'm going to strip'. The latter can sound too literal or inappropriate.

Stripping Wires

In electronics, 'stripping' is the essential first step of removing the insulation. Always mention what you are stripping (e.g., 'strip the ends of the wires').

Metaphorical Stripping

Use 'strip away' in essays to describe removing complex layers of an argument. It makes your writing sound more analytical and clear.

Strip vs. Stripe

Remember: 'Stripe' has an 'e' at the end, which makes the 'i' sound long. 'Strip' has no 'e', so the 'i' is short. Think: 'A stripe is a type of line'.

Tearing a Strip

If you hear a British person say they 'tore a strip' off someone, don't be confused! It just means they gave them a very angry scolding.

Stripping Herbs

When a recipe says to 'strip the leaves', it means to pull them off the woody stem. This is common for herbs like thyme or rosemary.

The Strip

In many cities, 'The Strip' refers to the main street for nightlife. If you are traveling, ask where 'The Strip' is to find the most active area.

Chemical Strippers

Be careful when using 'paint stripper'. These are strong chemicals. Always use the full term 'paint stripper' so people know you are talking about a product.

याद करें

स्मृति सहायक

Think of 'STRIP' as 'Surface Tension Removed In Pieces'. When you strip something, you take the surface off piece by piece.

दृश्य संबंध

Imagine a long 'strip' of tape being 'stripped' off a wall. This combines both the noun (the tape) and the verb (the action).

Word Web

Paint Clothes Paper Land Comic Rank Bare Narrow

चैलेंज

Try to use 'strip' as a noun and a verb in the same sentence. For example: 'I used a strip of cloth to strip the dust from the shelf.'

शब्द की उत्पत्ति

The word 'strip' comes from Middle English 'strippen', which originated from Old English 'striepan' or 'strypan'. It is related to Middle Dutch 'stropen' and Old High German 'stroufen', both meaning to pull off or to plunder. The root is Germanic in origin.

मूल अर्थ: The original meaning was focused on the act of plundering or robbing someone by taking their clothes or possessions.

Germanic

सांस्कृतिक संदर्भ

Be careful with 'strip' when referring to people, as it can imply nudity. 'Strip search' is a sensitive legal term.

In the US, 'strip mall' is a neutral term for a common type of shopping center, while in some other countries, these might be called 'retail parks'.

The Las Vegas Strip (Famous street) Peanuts (Famous comic strip) The Gaza Strip (Geopolitical region)

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वास्तविक संदर्भ

Home Renovation

strip the wallpaper
strip the paint
strip the varnish
strip the floorboards

Legal/Official

stripped of rank
stripped of citizenship
stripped of assets
strip search

Cooking

cut into strips
strip the leaves
strips of bacon
strips of zest

Aviation/Travel

landing strip
airstrip
the Las Vegas Strip
strip of land

Mechanical/Engineering

strip the engine
strip a screw
strip a gear
strip the wires

बातचीत की शुरुआत

"Have you ever had to strip old wallpaper off a wall? It's so much work!"

"What's your favorite comic strip in the Sunday newspaper?"

"Do you think an athlete should be stripped of their medals for using drugs?"

"Is there a famous 'strip' of shops or restaurants in your home city?"

"Have you ever accidentally stripped a screw while trying to fix something?"

डायरी विषय

Describe a time when you had to strip something down to its basics to understand it better.

Write about a narrow strip of land you have visited. What was it like?

If you were to create a comic strip, what would the main characters be like?

How do you feel about the process of stripping someone of their titles as a punishment?

Think of a minimalist room. Describe how stripping away the clutter changes the feeling of the space.

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No, 'strip' is not a bad word. However, it can refer to removing clothes, so you should use it carefully in social situations. In most contexts, like 'strip of paper' or 'strip the paint', it is perfectly neutral.

A 'strip' is a physical piece (like a strip of bacon). A 'stripe' is a line of color (like on a zebra). If you can pick it up, it's probably a strip.

Use 'stripped of' for abstract things like titles, rights, or honors. Use 'stripped from' for physical things being removed from a surface, like paint from a wall.

It means to take all the sheets, pillowcases, and blankets off the bed so they can be washed.

It is a row of stores that are all connected in one long building, usually with a large parking lot in front. They are very common in the United States.

It means you have damaged the hole in the head of the screw so much that the screwdriver can no longer turn it. This usually happens if you use the wrong size screwdriver or too much force.

It is usually a noun or a verb, but it can act as an adjective in compound nouns like 'strip lighting' or 'strip search'.

It is a narrow piece of land on the coast of the Mediterranean Sea. It is called a 'strip' because of its long, narrow shape.

It means to remove unnecessary details or lies to reveal the basic truth or the most important part of something.

No, a 'stripper' can also be a tool used to remove paint (paint stripper) or the plastic covering from wires (wire stripper).