There is no one definitive definition of a stripper, as each individual profession has its own unique set of guidelines and practices. Generally, strippers are female entertainers who perform live stripping shows for male audiences. They typically wear little to no clothing, and often perform in sexually provocative or revealing poses.

Historically, strippers have been primarily employed as a form of entertainment for men. However, as the industry has become more regulated and mainstream, strippers have begun to perform in mainstream venues and make appearances in mainstream media. In recent years, strippers have even begun to make appearances in mainstream video games and films.