as in edge
the line or relatively narrow space that marks the outer limit of something
was on the fringes of the crowd and couldn't see the speaker
Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
1
as in to join
to be adjacent to
the orchestral pit fringed the edge of the stage
Synonyms & Similar Words
2
as in to border
to serve as a border for
neat rows of red brick fringe the estate's flower beds
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 fringe
Alice Pfeiffer, CNN, 12 Mar. 2025
What once felt like fringe beliefs in certain feminist circles has now bled into the wider public consciousness.
—Laura-Ashley Modunkwu, refinery29.com, 12 Mar. 2025
Lori A Bashian Fox News, Fox News, 8 Feb. 2025
Julie de Libran's Spring/Summer 2025 Haute Couture show was rooted in medieval fantasy...
... and featured lots of textures like fringing.
—Alice Pfeiffer, CNN, 31 Jan. 2025
See All Example Sentences for fringe
Noun
Matte sheer knits, glossy leather and twisted fringes brought texture and movement to the show.
—Alice Pfeiffer, CNN, 12 Mar. 2025
What once felt like fringe beliefs in certain feminist circles has now bled into the wider public consciousness.
—Laura-Ashley Modunkwu, refinery29.com, 12 Mar. 2025
Verb
Also nominated in the lead actress category, Demi Moore walked the carpet in a strapless dark blue gown with a beaded neckline and fringe on the bottom.
—Lori A Bashian Fox News, Fox News, 8 Feb. 2025
Julie de Libran's Spring/Summer 2025 Haute Couture show was rooted in medieval fantasy...
... and featured lots of textures like fringing.
—Alice Pfeiffer, CNN, 31 Jan. 2025
See All Example Sentences for fringe
Recent Examples of Synonyms for fringe
Noun
-
Using heritage milling techniques, the Candiani fabrics were made on old-school shuttle looms, a time-intensive process that yields long-lasting denim finished with selvedge’s classic self-edge.—
Alexandra Harrell,
Sourcing Journal,
11 Mar. 2025
-
The inability to find a disruptive pass rusher and the lack of game-changing edge rushers still available would suggest trading him would be even more detrimental to the hopes of resuscitating the pass rush.—
Paul Dehner Jr.,
The Athletic,
11 Mar. 2025
Verb
-
In November 2025, Disney Treasure will be joined by her sister ship, Disney Destiny, which will set sail on four- and five- night cruises to the Bahamas and Western Caribbean from Fort Lauderdale for her inaugural season.—
Susan B. Barnes,
Southern Living,
16 Mar. 2025
-
Clothier said 20 to 30 judges across the state who heard about the car wash planned to join him and the shoplifters.—
Landon Mion,
Fox News,
16 Mar. 2025
Verb
-
Texas' count does not include cases in New Mexico, which borders Gaines County.—
Compiled by Democrat-Gazette Staff From Wire Reports,
arkansasonline.com,
15 Mar. 2025
-
In New Mexico, most cases are in Lea County, which borders Gaines County.—
Neha Mukherjee,
CNN,
14 Mar. 2025
Noun
-
The percentage tells the public how much of the fire perimeter is believed to not go beyond the control lines.—
CA WILDFIRE BOT,
Sacramento Bee,
11 Mar. 2025
-
Later Friday, the security perimeter was extended to 500 meters, according to the Saint Denis town hall.—
Joseph Ataman,
CNN,
7 Mar. 2025
Verb
-
Meanwhile, Target – whose RSI is 16.8 – lost about 9% this week, touching a 52-week low on Friday and bringing its year-to-date decline to nearly 23%.—
Sean Conlon,
CNBC,
15 Mar. 2025
-
The guest room design is sleek, modern, and heavily influenced by Galán's original work, blending art deco touches with Andaz's signature pink embellishments.—
Taylor McIntyre,
Travel + Leisure,
15 Mar. 2025
Noun
-
Each piece comes in a baby blue shade and is adorned with a delicate white floral pattern, bright flower artwork, and embossed beaded edging.—
Alicia Geigel,
Southern Living,
28 Feb. 2025
-
Shorter types need to be featured farther forward, and trailing types are used for bed edgings.—
Neil Sperry,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
21 Feb. 2025
Verb
-
It was flanked by two large monitors, creating a triptych.—
E. Tammy Kim,
The New Yorker,
11 Mar. 2025
-
At one point the path is flanked by rugged rock walls dripping with icicles that glisten in the sun.—
Jeanine Barone,
Forbes,
5 Mar. 2025
Noun
-
Starlink’s global nature pushes the boundaries of traditional regulatory frameworks.—
Tim Bajarin,
Forbes,
18 Mar. 2025
-
The difference is that behaviors happen in a supportive environment where boundaries are held while children feel heard and validated.—
Adrianna Rodriguez,
USA TODAY,
18 Mar. 2025
Articles Related to fringe
Cite this Entry
“Fringe.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fringe. Accessed 24 Mar. 2025.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
Share