EDGING Synonyms: 101 Similar and Opposite Words

edging 1 of 2

noun

ˈe-jiŋ

Definition of edging

as in edge

the line or relatively narrow space that marks the outer limit of something the lace edging on the sleeves gives a blouse a pleasingly feminine look

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edging

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verb

present participle of edge

as in sharpening

to make sharp or sharper if you edge the tip of that stick, it should be a fine skewer for roasting marshmallows

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as in bordering

to serve as a border for pavement edging the flower bed

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Recent Examples of edging

Noun

Singh explains that plastic edging, as well as wood, rock, or bricks, can crack, fade, move out of place, or become exposed over time, while doing little for the garden beyond creating a line. — Sj McShane, Martha Stewart, 19 June 2026 Refresh cut edges every 2 months or use physical edging materials like stone or steel for low-maintenance. — Megan Hughes, Better Homes & Gardens, 6 June 2026

Verb

Russian sage tolerates dry soils, too, once established and is beautiful massed or used as edging. — Arricca Elin Sansone, Southern Living, 28 June 2026 If one person is edging toward the gate, others follow along. — Iona Brannon, Travel + Leisure, 27 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for edging

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Noun

The Detroit pizza features the style’s signature crown of crispy cheese around the edges, and a blanket of brick cheese.

— Jenn Harris, Los Angeles Times, 6 July 2026
Both the scalloped edges and adorable blue gingham print made this a top pick for me.

— Better Homes & Gardens, Better Homes & Gardens, 5 July 2026

Definition of edge

Verb

Europe’s strategic periphery is not only integral to European security but is actively deepening transatlantic tensions and sharpening intra-European divisions.

— Galip Dalay, Time, 7 July 2026
Your 3rd House of Communication awakens as the intuitive Moon moves in, sharpening timing and nudging you to say what helps tasks move.

— Tarot.com, Baltimore Sun, 6 July 2026

Definition of sharpening

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Several streets bordering the venue are expected to be closed, according to permits Swift filed, the New York Times reported.

— Conor Murray, Forbes.com, 2 July 2026
Earlier this month, the county Board of Supervisors unanimously approved a measure aimed at ensuring that the thousands of empty lots in unincorporated Altadena and Sunset Mesa, a small residential enclave bordering Pacific Palisades, are not left untended.

— Connor Sheets, Los Angeles Times, 26 June 2026

Definition of bordering

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Catalan Fire Service head of operations Eduard Martinez said the blaze had a perimeter of 25 miles and firefighters may not be able to bring it under control on Sunday, EFE said.

— Elena Becatoros, Los Angeles Times, 5 July 2026
The Waseca County Honor Guard carried the flag out of the fairgrounds hall, and with about 35 volunteers around its perimeter, the red, white and blue was fully unfurled in all its glory for the first time in decades.

— Rebekah Riess, CNN Money, 4 July 2026

Definition of perimeter

Verb

The hike includes the park’s east side on the Grasslands Trail, which leads to a Kumeyaay grinding rocks site and the scenic Old Mission Dam overlook.

— Linda Mcintosh, San Diego Union-Tribune, 3 July 2026
Those particles may have been grinding in the joint, causing mechanical wear on the cobalt-chromium femoral head that released cobalt into the surrounding tissue and bloodstream.

— Beth Mole, ArsTechnica, 2 July 2026

Definition of grinding

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Marie Marseille’s 100-pound dog, Jameson, a shaggy golden Saint Berdoodle, was killed on June 13 by an LAPD officer while bounding out of Marseille’s Canoga Park apartment.

— Paige St. John, Los Angeles Times, 5 July 2026
But Adams is bounding around the rooftop beaming, teeth porcelain-white, face slathered in makeup, hair firmly coiffed.

— Aidan McLaughlin, Vanity Fair, 18 June 2026

Definition of bounding

Noun

Meanwhile, investigations into similar illnesses have been going on in 28 other states, including in Ohio, where people just across the Michigan border are also becoming sick.

— Mike Stobbe, Los Angeles Times, 12 July 2026
Separate rules might apply at borders or for people on certain non-immigrant visas.

— Jeanine Santucci, USA Today, 11 July 2026

Definition of border

Noun

For Telemundo and NBCUniversal, the tournament has been a great opportunity to test the boundaries of innovative broadcasting, digital and social media options and enhancements.

— Cynthia Littleton, Variety, 11 July 2026
When the dog crosses that virtual boundary, for example, escapes from the backyard, the tracker sends a message to the owner.

— Tereza Pultarova, Space.com, 11 July 2026

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