edging

noun

edg·​ing ˈe-jiŋ How to pronounce edging (audio)
Synonyms of edgingnext
: 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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Her Iamraw collection, intended to channel fragility, features subtle design details like double sleeves and raw edging in fabrics like Tencel, viscose and cotton. Alex Wynne, Footwear News, 26 Jan. 2026 The Queen Consort chose a Robinson Valentine white silk chiffon gown with scalloped edging and a matching white overcoat. Nicole Briese, PEOPLE, 18 Jan. 2026 These services include lawn mowing, edging, trimming, snow removal and yard maintenance. Kathy Kristof, San Diego Union-Tribune, 12 Jan. 2026 The seeming impossibility of Shane and Ilya’s homosexual love affair makes for an enjoyable sort of narrative edging. Naomi Fry, New Yorker, 10 Jan. 2026 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 28 Jan. 2026.

Kids Definition

edging

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

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