EDGINGS Synonyms: 52 Similar and Opposite Words

edgings

noun

plural of edging

as in edges

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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Noun

First, the cream-to-powder texture is foolproof—the edges smoke out with the slightest tap, making blending a dream.

— Kiana Murden, Vogue, 17 Aug. 2026
Gently vacuum up dirt and hair from all vent openings and around the edges of the cover.

— Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 16 Aug. 2026

Definition of edges

Noun

The Cape Newenham facility is part of a network of remote radar sites that track aircraft in Alaska's airspace and along its borders.

— Charles Ventura, USA Today, 21 Aug. 2026
When a major export corridor becomes less dependable, buyers compete for alternatives, freight and insurance costs rise, and risk premiums can travel across borders.

— Phil Kafarakis, Forbes.com, 21 Aug. 2026

Definition of borders

Noun

Libra September 23 – October 22 Set healthy boundaries in relationships today.

— Tarot.com, Chicago Tribune, 21 Aug. 2026
CRAs are redevelopment districts funded by property taxes collected within their boundaries to pay for real estate projects, road repair, events and other local benefits.

— Douglas Hanks, Miami Herald, 21 Aug. 2026

Definition of boundaries

Noun

But a recent study found that people with larger waist circumferences who ate one avocado daily for six months did not see improvements in blood sugar, insulin levels, or insulin resistance.

— Abby Norman, Verywell Health, 30 June 2026
Its main beams are 27 inches long, with over 5-inch base circumferences.

— Bob McNally, Outdoor Life, 30 Oct. 2025

Definition of circumferences

Noun

The bar’s aesthetic verges on Brutalist, with walls made of concrete blocks, uniform round tables, and stone chairs affixed to the floor, but its offerings are a more conventional list of classic cocktails, including Spritzes and Negronis.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 4 Aug. 2026
Still, sometimes the songs feel like they’re trapped in amber, with emotion muted and songwriting that verges on repetitive.

— Vrinda Jagota, Pitchfork, 29 Jan. 2026

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edging (out)

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