edge tool

noun

: a tool with a sharp cutting edge

Example Sentences

Recent Examples on the Web In addition to wash and styling products such as hydrating shampoo and curl gel, the line also includes a wide range of tools such as a shower brush used to detangle and an edge tool to craft the perfect baby hairs. Paris Wilson, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Feb. 2023 Any small bubbles that appeared in the paper were quite easy to smooth out using a straight edge tool. Samantha Jones, Better Homes & Gardens, 26 Sep. 2022 Such teams represent a cutting-edge tool in the fight against domestic violence. Melissa Fletcher Stoeltje, San Antonio Express-News, 15 Nov. 2021 Our favorite edge tool is the Best of Beauty-winning Baby Tress Edge Styler, and Lopez loves the Edge Brush from Pattern Beauty. Talia Gutierrez, Allure, 3 Nov. 2021 The set includes a tube of puzzle glue and a metal straight-edge tool to spread the glue onto the back of the puzzle when you’re done. BostonGlobe.com, 27 June 2021 Each Jiggy Puzzles box comes with glue and a straight-edge tool to make piecing everything together easier. Shayna Murphy, USA TODAY, 11 May 2021 Using the bristles of an edge tool, create subtle swoops and swirls along the hairline. Chelsea Hall, Marie Claire, 5 Oct. 2020 Upgrade your giftee from their current toothbrush method to this edge tool by Baby Tress. Kiana Murden, CNN Underscored, 16 Dec. 2020 See More

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Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of edge tool was in the 14th century

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“Edge tool.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/edge%20tool. Accessed 22 Mar. 2023.

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