edging

noun

edg·​ing ˈe-jiŋ How to pronounce edging (audio)
: something that forms an edge or border

Examples of edging in a Sentence

the lace edging on the sleeves gives a blouse a pleasingly feminine look
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Unfortunately, physical barriers like metal or plastic edging will not contain ground ivy, thanks to the underground roots. Mary Marlowe Leverette, Southern Living, 22 May 2025 The cabin also has brown edging that pairs perfectly with the rose gold (an alloy from pure gold and copper) hardware found throughout the interior. Daniel Cote, Robb Report, 19 May 2025 Rug companies are incorporating smooth pieces of metal as part of the edging or pattern in rugs. Abby Wolner, Better Homes & Gardens, 11 May 2025 Reels appears to reward this kind of social media edging. Alex Abad-Santos, Vox, 7 Dec. 2018 See All Example Sentences for edging

Word History

First Known Use

1558, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of edging was in 1558

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“Edging.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/edging. Accessed 13 Jun. 2025.

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edging

noun
edg·​ing
ˈej-iŋ
: something that forms an edge or border
a lace edging

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