edging

American  

[ej-ing] / ˈɛdʒ ɪŋ /

noun

1. something that forms or is placed along an edge or border.

2. Skiing. the tilting of a ski to the side so that one edge cuts into the snow.

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edging British  

/ ˈɛdʒɪŋ /

noun

1. anything placed along an edge to finish it, esp as an ornament, fringe, or border on clothing or along a path in a garden

2. the act of making an edge

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adjective

1. relating to or used for making an edge

   edging shears

Other Word Forms

• edgingly adverb

Etymology

Origin of edging

First recorded in 1550–60; edge + -ing ¹

Example Sentences

For many, this weekend marks the final pause of the Christmas break - a moment when most are still officially off work, but mentally edging closer to what comes next.

From BBC

While Spanish sensation Alcaraz bumped his Italian rival from the season-ending world number one spot, Sinner had the last laugh by edging him to retain his ATP Finals title in Turin.

From Barron's

Algeria on Sunday became the third country after Egypt and Nigeria to qualify for the knockout stage of the Africa Cup of Nations by edging Burkina Faso 1-0 in Rabat through a Riyad Mahrez penalty.

From Barron's

The former Everton striker's form has played a major role in edging Leeds towards safety and keeping his manager Daniel Farke in a job.

From Barron's

After performing well below par when edging Tanzania in the opening round, Nigeria were a transformed team against Tunisia, dominating the first 30 minutes in the northern city.

From Barron's