edging
ˈɛdʒɪŋ
edging: material used to finish the border of something
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Definition of edging - Reverso English Dictionary

Noun

1.
designmaterial used to finish the border of something
  • She added lace edging to the hem of her dress..
border trim
2.
sexual practicemethod of delaying orgasm for pleasure
  • They practiced edging to enhance their experience.
3.
climbingTECH.technique using the shoe's edge on holdsTECH.
  • Edging is crucial for climbing steep routes.
maneuver method technique

Adjective

1.
proximitybeing on the verge or brink of something
  • The project is edging towards completion.
bordering fringing marginal
2.
edge creationrelated to creating or forming an edge
  • The edging tool is essential for precise cuts.
bordering fringing marginal
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  • edging: material used to finish the border of something
    material used to finish the border of something
  • edging: technique using the shoe's edge on holds
    technique using the shoe's edge on holds

Origin of edging

Old English, ecg (edge)

Terms with edging included in their meaning

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sewing
decorative edging on fabric or clothing
sewing
looped stitch for edging buttonholes or material
edging
narrow strip used for edging or ornamentation
furniture
beaded molding for edging or decorating furniture
street edging
stone block that forms the raised border beside a road or path
needlework
decorative hem edging made by pulling fabric strands into groups
furniture
cloth edging hanging from a bed

Examples of edging in a sentence

  • He used metal edging for the garden beds.
  • Edging requires patience and control.
  • They read a book about edging techniques.
  • Proper edging can make a climb more efficient.
  • Mastering edging improves overall climbing skills.
  • The economy is edging towards a recession.

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  1. French:bordure, imminent, ...
  2. German:Einfassung, kurz vor, ...
  3. Italian:bordatura, in fase di completamento, ...
  4. Spanish:ribete, a punto de, ...
  5. Portuguese:borda, iminente, ...
  6. Chinese:镶边, 接近的, ...
  7. Japanese:縁取り, 瀬戸際の, ...
  8. Arabic:حاشية, مُشارِف, ...
  9. Hebrew:סֶרֶט קִשּׁוּט, קָרוֹב, ...
  10. Russian:кант, приближающийся, ...
  11. Ukrainian:обробка, наближається, ...
  12. Hindi:किनारी, कगार पर, ...
edge
ɛdʒ
edge: sharp side of a blade or tool
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Definition of edge - Reverso English Dictionary

Noun

1.
boundaryborder or side of something
  • He sat on the edge of the chair..
boundary perimeter
2.
toolssharp side of a blade or tool
  • The knife's edge was very sharp.
blade sharpness
3.
competitionadvantage over others in competition
  • She had an edge in the competition.
advantage

Verb

1.
movementintr.move gradually and carefully in a specific directionintr.
  • He edged closer to hear the conversation..
creep inch
2.
competitiontr.win by a small margintr.
  • He edged his opponent in the final race.
edge out squeak by
3.
sharpen a bladetr.give a sharp side to a bladetr.
  • She edged the knife to make it more effective..
hone sharpen
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  • edge: sharp side of a blade or tool
    sharp side of a blade or tool
  • edge: line where two surfaces meet in geometry
    line where two surfaces meet in geometry

Expressions with edge

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become less sharp or precise
The knife started to lose edge after frequent use.
fit into a space with difficulty
She managed to edge in between the two cars.
defeat narrowly in a contest or game
She managed to edge out her rival in the race.
gain a slight advantage over someone
She managed to edge over her competitors in the final lap.
positioned at the boundary of an area
The house is at the edge of the forest.
move slowly out of a place
She edged out of the crowded room without anyone noticing.

Origin of edge

Old English, ecg (sharp side)

Examples of edge in a sentence

  • The cliff's edge was dangerously steep.
  • The edge of the axe was dull.
  • He sharpened the edge of the chisel.
  • His skills gave him an edge over rivals.
  • The new strategy provided an edge in sales.
  • There was an edge of impatience in her reply.

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  1. French:bord, se rapprocher, ...
  2. German:Rand, sich heranschieben, ...
  3. Italian:bordo, avvicinarsi, ...
  4. Spanish:borde, acercarse, ...
  5. Portuguese:borda, aproximar-se, ...
  6. Chinese:边缘, 慢慢靠近, ...
  7. Japanese:端, そっと近づく, ...
  8. Arabic:حَافَة, تَدَرَّج, ...
  9. Hebrew:קָצֶה, לְהִתְקַדֵּם, ...
  10. Russian:край, приближаться, ...
  11. Ukrainian:край, рухатися, ...
  12. Hindi:किनारा, धीरे-धीरे बढ़ना, ...
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