edge

edge is part of the Basic English 850.

Pronunciation

• IPA: /ɛʤ/
• SAMPA: /EdZ/
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Noun

Singular edge

Plural edges

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

   His speed gives him an edge.

Synonyms

• (advantage) advantage

Related words

• edgy

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.

Related words

• edger
• edging