edge

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edge is part of the Basic English 850.

Contents 1 Pronunciation 2 Noun 2.1 Synonyms 2.2 Related words 3 Verb 3.1 Related words

[change] Pronunciation

• IPA: /ɛʤ/
• SAMPA: /EdZ/
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[change] Noun

1. The boundary of a surface.
2. An advantage.

   His speed gives him an edge.

[change] Synonyms

• (advantage) advantage

[change] Related words

• edgy

[change] Verb

Plain form edge

Third-person singular edges

Past tense edged

Past participle edged

Present participle edging

1. To create an edge.

   He edged the grass.

2. To move slowly.

   She edged away from him.

[change] Related words

• edger
• edging