fore edge

noun

1. the front outer edge of a book, opposite the bound edge.

fore-edge

noun

1. the outer edge of the pages of a book

Word History and Origins

Origin of fore edge¹

First recorded in 1655–65

Example Sentences

To dig into the earth and bury itself, it uses the fore-edge of its head, a sort of weeding-hoe with the two mandibles for points.

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Painting on the fore-edge should only be attempted when the paper of the book is thin and of good quality.

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These side-papers are measured and cut one inch larger than the volume at head, foot, and fore-edge.

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Each volume should be held tightly, so as to prevent the leaves from gaping, and then wiped from the back to the fore-edge.

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These must be measured from the fore-edge of the board and run in with straight-edge and folder.

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