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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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 If your footwork repertoire involves pockets and micro edging, the La Sportiva Miura VS Climbing Shoe is among the best. The Editors, Outside Online, 1 Dec. 2024 Eckley chose the sleek Corten steel edging, and Fitzpatrick came up with the idea of tempering its modernity by continuing grass up the steps. Miranda Crowell, Better Homes & Gardens, 19 Oct. 2024 Metal garden edging is also one of the cheapest materials to use to create fine lines around your flower bed. Ashlyn Needham, Southern Living, 25 Sep. 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 26 Dec. 2024.

Kids Definition

edging

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

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