edge (B1)

noun

Pronunciation: /ɛdʒ/

Definition

The line or part where an object or area begins or ends; a border or boundary.

Examples

• The village is situated on the edge of the forest.

• He sat on the edge of the bed, staring into space.

• The knife has a sharp edge.

How to Use edge

edge of (prepositional phrase)

Located at the boundary or border of something. — "We stood at the edge of the cliff and looked down."

edge out (phrasal verb)

To defeat or surpass someone or something by a small amount. — "The smaller company managed to edge out the larger competitor in sales."

on edge (idiom)

Nervous, anxious, or irritable. — "After the argument, he was on edge all day."

cutting edge (collocation)

The most advanced or innovative stage of development. — "This new medical device represents the cutting edge of surgical technology."

Synonyms of edge

Words with a similar meaning to edge:

• border
• brink
• verge
• rim

Antonyms of edge

Words with the opposite meaning to edge:

• center
• middle
• interior

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