Definition
Definition of fringing - Reverso English Dictionary
Noun
1.
generalRare edge or border formed by something extending outwardRare
- The fringing on the scarf added a decorative touch.
2.
technologyTECH. unwanted color bands in an image from poor alignmentTECH.
- The photo showed fringing around the bright lights.
3.
physicsTECH. unusual electric or magnetic effects at the edges of a regionTECH.
- Fringing can affect the accuracy of the sensor readings.
Adjective
1.
decorationRare decorated with a fringeRare
- The fringing edges of the scarf added a stylish touch.
2.
geometryRare forming a border or edge around somethingRare
- The fringing trees lined the riverbank.
3.
positionRare being on the periphery or outside the mainstreamRare
- The fringing artists showcased their work at the alternative festival.
Expressions with fringing
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type of coral reef close to a landmass with no lagoon between
The fringing reef was visible from the shore at low tide..
Origin of fringing
Old English, fryng (edge)
Examples of fringing in a sentence
A fringing of reeds marked the edge of the pond. I removed the fringing in post-production by correcting the lens profile. Fringing along the lunar edge suggested the scope needed better alignment. Fringing near the capacitor plates distorted the electric field measurements. Engineers modeled fringing to improve the MRI coil’s uniformity. The fringing curtains gave the room a vintage look.
Her fringing dress was the highlight of the evening. The fringing grass bordered the garden path. Fringing waves lapped at the shore. The fringing communities often go unnoticed by the mainstream media. Fringing groups gathered at the edges of the political rally.
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- French:frange, à franges, ...
- German:Franse, mit Fransen, ...
- Italian:frangia, con frange, ...
- Spanish:flecos, con flecos, ...
- Portuguese:franja, franjado, ...
- Chinese:穗饰, 有流苏的, ...
- Japanese:フリンジ, フリンジ付き, ...
- Arabic:هُدْبٌ, مُزَيَّن بِالشَّرّابات, ...
- Hebrew:שׁוּלַיִם מְדוֹרְגִים, מְקוּשָּׁט בִּשְׁרָכוֹת, ...
- Russian:окантовка, бахромчатый, ...
- Ukrainian:бахрома, з бахромою, ...
- Hindi:झालर, झालरदार, ...
Definition of fringe - Reverso English Dictionary
Noun
1.
edgemarginal or peripheral part of something
- He lived on the fringe of the city.
2.
decorationUK decorative border of hanging threads or tasselsUK
- The curtain had a gold fringe.
3.
groupmembers of a group with unorthodox views
- The political fringe often challenges mainstream ideas.
4.
hairstyleUK hair cut short over the foreheadUK
- She decided to get a fringe for a new look.
5.
artsRare non-mainstream theatreRare
- The festival featured several fringe performances.
Adjective
unconventionaloutside the mainstream or conventional
- Fringe festivals often showcase experimental art.
Verb
designform a border along an edge
- The trees fringed the edge of the property.
Images of fringe
decorative border of hanging threads or tassels 
hair cut short over the forehead
Expressions with fringe
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extra perks given by an employer
Health insurance is a common fringe benefit.
not part of the mainstream
Her ideas are considered on the fringe of the scientific community.
minority group with extreme views or eccentric ideas
The lunatic fringe often disrupts the usual flow of discussions..
outer edge or border area of a city
Many new houses are built on the fringe of a city.
small group with unorthodox views or practices
The fringe group protested outside the government building.
experimental or unconventional theatrical performances
The festival featured several fringe theatre productions that pushed artistic boundaries.
unintended consequences at the edge of a phenomenon
The policy had a significant fringe effect on rural communities.
experimental drama outside the mainstream, often with unconventional productions
Their show began in fringe theater before moving to a bigger venue.
pattern of light and dark bands
The scientist observed the interference fringe on the screen.
any small tree of the Chionanthus genus
The fringe tree is popular in landscaping for its beauty.
Origin of fringe
Middle English, frenge (edge)
Examples of fringe in a sentence
Wildflowers grew on the fringe of the meadow. The lampshade was adorned with a delicate fringe. Her dress was decorated with a silver fringe. The fringe of the art community embraces experimental work. Fringe groups often have radical ideas. Her fringe was the talk of the party.
He admired her new fringe style. He enjoys attending fringe shows in the city. Fringe artists often push creative boundaries. Her fringe beliefs set her apart from the group. The fringe theater attracted a niche audience. The river fringed the village, creating a natural boundary. Wildflowers fringed the path, adding color to the landscape.
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- French:marge, marginal, ...
- German:Rand, randständig, ...
- Italian:margine, alternativo, ...
- Spanish:periferia, alternativo, ...
- Portuguese:periferia, alternativo, ...
- Chinese:边缘, 非主流的, ...
- Japanese:周辺, フリンジの, ...
- Arabic:هامِش, هامِشِي, ...
- Hebrew:שׁוּלַיִם, שׁוּלִי, ...
- Russian:окраина, маргинальный, ...
- Ukrainian:околиця, альтернативний, ...
- Hindi:हाशिया, अपरंपरागत, ...
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