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Meaning of edging

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

edging

Pronunciation:/ˈɛdʒɪŋ/

verb

Definitions

  1. To move an object slowly and carefully in a particular direction.

    Example: He edged the book across the table.

  2. To move slowly and carefully in a particular direction.

    Example: He edged away from her.

  3. (usually in the form 'just edge') To win by a small margin.

  4. To hit the ball with an edge of the bat, causing a fine deflection.

noun

Definitions

  1. Something that forms, defines or marks the edge.

    Example: The decorative edging around the door makes it easier to find in the dark.

  2. Technique involving the placement of the edge of the climbing shoe on a sharp hold.

  3. The operation of shaping or dressing the edge of anything, as of a piece of metal.

  4. The sexual technique of maintaining a high level of sexual arousal for an extended period of time without reaching orgasm.