Edge
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British pronunciation/ˈɛd‍ʒ/
American pronunciation/ˈɛdʒ/

Definition & Meaning of "edge"

Edge
01

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

edge definition and meaning
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He stood on the edge of the cliff, admiring the breathtaking view below.
The knife slipped off the edge of the cutting board and fell to the floor.
02

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

03

a line determining the limits of an area

04

a slight competitive advantage

05

the attribute of urgency in tone of voice

06

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

07

(cricket) the contact between the bat and the ball resulting in the ball going toward the fielding team

What is an "edge"?

In cricket, an edge refers to when the batter unintentionally makes contact with the ball using the edge of their bat, rather than the flat part. This often results in the ball being deflected toward the fielders, especially the slip fielders or wicketkeeper, and can lead to the batter being caught out. Edges are typically considered mistakes or mishits, but they can sometimes result in scoring runs if the ball falls safely.

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If there 's an edge, it means the ball deflected off the bat to the fielding side.
He got out with an edge to the wicketkeeper.
to edge
01

advance slowly, as if by inches

02

lie adjacent to another or share a boundary

03

provide with an edge

04

provide with a border or edge

05

to experience a slight increase or decrease in something

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