edging

noun

edg·​ing ˈe-jiŋ How to pronounce edging (audio)
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: something that forms an edge or border

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the lace edging on the sleeves gives a blouse a pleasingly feminine look
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Word History

First Known Use

1558, in the meaning defined above

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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 7 Jul. 2026.

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edging

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

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