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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But edging can also protect plants, trees, and shrubs from the damage caused by lawnmowers and weedwhackers. Lauren Landers, The Spruce, 15 Apr. 2026 Trimming overgrown hedges, edging walkways and refreshing mulch beds takes less than a weekend and makes every other update look more polished. Miami Herald, 13 Apr. 2026 Metal garden edging is also one of the cheapest materials to use to create fine lines around your flower bed. Ashlyn Needham, Southern Living, 5 Apr. 2026 Use cut stone, corten steel, or bluestone curbs to define your driveway, prevent edging damage, and protect your plant beds. Alexandra Kelly, Martha Stewart, 5 Apr. 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 26 Apr. 2026.

Kids Definition

edging

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

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