edging

noun

edg·​ing ˈe-jiŋ How to pronounce edging (audio)
: 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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Repeat and Rebuild During each edging session, practice pausing and resuming multiple times. Suzannah Weiss, Glamour, 27 Dec. 2024 Those still working on their edging skills can trust this ski to hold on hard snow, and those ready to dip a toe off-piste will be encouraged by the Santa Ana 87’s mix of stability in variable conditions and agility in mixed terrain. Jenny Wiegand, Outside Online, 20 Dec. 2024 This Corona edging tool is also available at Lowe’s and costs under $30. Jené Luciani Sena, Fox News, 13 Nov. 2024 Aerin, $136 Presented in a blue marbleized pot and gold edging, this candle from Aerin is a crowdpleaser and able to elevate any home space. Emma Sandler, Forbes, 27 Nov. 2024 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 21 Jan. 2025.

Kids Definition

edging

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

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