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
Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
1
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
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
2
as in bordering
to serve as a border for
pavement edging the flower bed
Synonyms & Similar Words
Example Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of edging
Karla Rodriguez, Footwear News, 10 Oct. 2025
Depending on the thickness of the steel chosen, the edging can last from 20 to 25 years.
—Mary Marlowe Leverette, Southern Living, 28 Sep. 2025
Maggie Fremont, Vulture, 15 Oct. 2025
That matchup was far more competitive, with Team White edging Team Green 25-22.
—Zack Cox, Boston Herald, 15 Oct. 2025
See All Example Sentences for edging
Noun
The heels feature black napa leather edging and a front strap with a button closure, which is a signature of the Camparinew heels.
—Karla Rodriguez, Footwear News, 10 Oct. 2025
Depending on the thickness of the steel chosen, the edging can last from 20 to 25 years.
—Mary Marlowe Leverette, Southern Living, 28 Sep. 2025
Verb
That brush-off on top of Chris somehow edging her out of the Olympic team so that Tunde wound up as an alternate was too much not to go nuclear.
—Maggie Fremont, Vulture, 15 Oct. 2025
That matchup was far more competitive, with Team White edging Team Green 25-22.
—Zack Cox, Boston Herald, 15 Oct. 2025
See All Example Sentences for edging
Recent Examples of Synonyms for edging
Noun
-
In the deciding third round, Jandiroba had the edge early on the feet but allowed Dern to land some harder shots late.—
Brett Appley,
New York Times,
25 Oct. 2025
-
KAConsulting shows a three-point lead (47–44), Quantus Insights finds a two-point edge (48–46), and Trafalgar Group/Insider Advantage reports just a one-point gap (45–44).—
Martha McHardy,
MSNBC Newsweek,
25 Oct. 2025
Verb
-
That the film introduces the possibility the missile might prove to be a dud further deepens its sense of uncertainty, sharpening the fear and chaos around the decision-making process.—
Nicholas Quah,
Vulture,
24 Oct. 2025
-
Dressed in a plain baby blue spaghetti-strap top, the 31-year-old is having her glam squad ready her, meticulously curling her waist-length extensions and sharpening her cat-eye eyeliner.—
Isabela Raygoza,
Billboard,
16 Oct. 2025
Verb
-
What To Know The Dominican Republic is on the northern edge of the Caribbean tectonic plate, bordering the North American one.—
Hollie Silverman,
MSNBC Newsweek,
20 Oct. 2025
-
True to his overconfidence-bordering-on-arrogance nature, new intern Wes earlier in the episode did not follow instructions and attended to patients without permission.—
Nellie Andreeva,
Deadline,
16 Oct. 2025
Noun
-
Des Cars admitted that security around the Louvre's perimeter was an issue and that the only camera monitoring the outside of the museum was facing away from the balcony that led to the gallery where the precious jewels were kept, according to reports.—
Rachel Wolf,
FOXNews.com,
23 Oct. 2025
-
Five different Santa Margarita players combined to scored eight goals from perimeter against senior Jonas Ransford, one of Orange County’s best goalies and a CIF-SS Open Division champion.—
Dan Albano,
Oc Register,
23 Oct. 2025
Verb
-
Another aspect to note is that most of the beef coming from Argentina would fall in the lean grinding beef category.—
Hugh Cameron,
MSNBC Newsweek,
21 Oct. 2025
-
That hypnotizing aroma may be one thing, but there is actually a science to grinding coffee.—
Yelena Moroz Alpert,
Architectural Digest,
15 Oct. 2025
Verb
-
Instead of bounding in with excitement, the golden retriever looks terrified.—
Lucy Notarantonio,
MSNBC Newsweek,
22 Oct. 2025
-
The Babycatcher made a slight movement, just a twitch, and the ugliest dog anyone ever saw came bounding up behind him.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
16 Oct. 2025
Noun
-
But anyone imagining that this problem will be resolved by taking games beyond international borders is extremely naive.—
Oliver Kay,
New York Times,
23 Oct. 2025
-
Walking deeper into a smelly cave along the Albania-Greece border, cavers shined their flashlights along the rock walls and illuminated a massive spider colony.—
Aspen Pflughoeft,
Miami Herald,
22 Oct. 2025
Noun
-
October’s first quarter moon is here to stir the pot, testing everything from your loyalty to the emotional boundaries that challenge your connections.—
Valerie Mesa,
PEOPLE,
28 Oct. 2025
-
As the boundaries of exploration expand, so, too, does intelligence.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
28 Oct. 2025
Cite this Entry
“Edging.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/edging. Accessed 28 Oct. 2025.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
Share