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edged

American  
[ejd] / ɛdʒd /

adjective

  1. having an edge or edges (often used in combination).

    dull-edged; a two-edged sword.

  2. sarcastic; cutting.

    an edged reply.


Etymology

Origin of edged

First recorded in 1585–95; edge + -ed 3

Example Sentences

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Despite an impressive 59 break from Wu, Hawkins edged a thrilling ninth frame to regain the lead, and the 46-year-old completed the job efficiently to book his place in Sunday's final.

From BBC

Hong Kong, Singapore and Wellington edged up, while Sydney and Shanghai shifted between gains and losses.

From Barron's

A core measure of inflation which strips out volatile fresh food and energy prices also edged up to 2.5% in February.

From The Wall Street Journal

Gold edged higher in the early morning Asian session as traders digested U.S.-Iran talks.

From The Wall Street Journal

Warner Bros.’ earnings report came after Paramount’s results, released late Wednesday, showed a widening fourth-quarter loss but revenue that edged higher.

From MarketWatch