edge

/ˈɛd‍ʒ/

/ˈɛdʒ/

Edge

the outer part of an area or object that is furthest from the center

synonyms : border

a sharp side formed by the intersection of two surfaces of an object

a line determining the limits of an area

synonyms : bound

a slight competitive advantage

the attribute of urgency in tone of voice

synonyms : sharpness

the outside limit of an object or area or surface; a place farthest away from the center of something

to edge

MAIN VERB

advance slowly, as if by inches

synonyms : inch

lie adjacent to another or share a boundary

synonyms : abut

provide with an edge

provide with a border or edge

synonyms : border

to experience a slight increase or decrease in something

Examples

1. His apology took the edge off her anger.

2. That DJ's voice really sets my teeth on edge.

3. The new smartphone had the edge over the last product, with its larger screen and faster processor.

4. The online retailer had an edge over the other services with its faster shipping and wider selection of products.