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margin

noun

Synonyms and Antonyms of margin

the line or relatively narrow space that marks the outer limit of something
  • The margins of the paper should only be an inch wide.
Synonyms of margin

border, borderline, bound, boundary, brim, circumference, compass, confines, edge, edging, end, frame, fringe, hem, perimeter, periphery, rim, skirt, skirting, verge
Words Related to margin

ambit

brink, crest, curb, cusp, lip

ceiling, maximum

demarcation, extent, limitation, measure, mere, restriction, termination

borderland, frontier, march, outskirts, pale, selvage

lap

shore
Near Antonyms of margin

center, core, heart

inner, inside, interior, middle, within

margin

verb

Synonyms and Antonyms of margin

to serve as a border for
  • The riverbed is margined by a flat beach of smooth rocks.
Synonyms of margin

border, bound, edge, frame, fringe, rim, skirt
Words Related to margin

hem, trim

circumscribe, define, delineate, demarcate, outline, silhouette, sketch, trace

circle, compass, encircle, enclose (also inclose), environ, girdle, girth, loop, ring, round, surround, wall

check, confine, control, curb, limit, restrain, restrict

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