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
Recent Examples on the Web Use the metal shoe of the tool to press the carpet tightly against the baseboards, and then trim the carpet with the edging tool blade. Timothy Dale, Better Homes & Gardens, 12 July 2024 The $195 per month exterior maintenance package includes lawn care, snow removal, common area upkeep, edging, weeding, shrub trimming, mulching of landscape beds, tree trimming, spring start-up and winterization of the sprinkler system, and exterior painting. Prime Development, Kansas City Star, 7 July 2024 Think zebra-wood edging and teak walls, mahogany flooring, and wool rugs. Sarah Sekula, Travel + Leisure, 6 July 2024 Our favorite details are the two-button closure of the slouchy short-sleeve cardigan, the delicate scalloped edging, and the flowy wide-leg style of the pants. Olivia Young, Travel + Leisure, 16 June 2024 See all Example Sentences for edging 

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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 27 Jul. 2024.

Kids Definition

edging

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

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