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Edge Meaning: Outer Boundary, Advantage & Sharp Blade (3 meaning)

Meaning 1：outer boundary (edge)

edge 🔊

/ɛdʒ/

The outside limit or farthest part of something, where it stops.

outer boundary 🔊

➕

/ˈaʊtər ˈbaʊndəri/

The outermost part or limit of an object, area, or surface, where it ends or meets something else.

📁 Category：Objects & Materials 🔖 Level：elementary

📘 Details & Usage

📖 Root Explanation

From Old English 'ecg' (corner, sharp side).

💡 Mnemonic

EDGE: Every Day Gives Edge — daily practice builds advantage.

📖 Example

She sat on the edge of the park bench, watching the sunset. 🔊 She sat on the edge of the park bench, watching the sunset.

🔗 Collocations

on the edge of something – at the border or limit of something

the edge of the cliff – the outermost part of a cliff

edge of the table – the rim of a table

🔄 Synonyms

border (n.) – the line that separates two areas

rim (n.) – the outer edge of something circular

margin (n.) – the edge or border of something

🚫 Antonyms

center (n.) – the middle point or area

interior (n.) – the inside part

🌱 Derivatives

edgy (adj.) – nervous or irritable; also at the forefront

edging (n.) – a decorative border

edgeless (adj.) – without an edge

📖 Cultural Story

Originates from Proto-Germanic *agjō, cognate with Latin 'acies' (sharp edge). In modern usage, 'edge' metaphorically denotes advantage or competitiveness.

Meaning 2：competitive advantage (edge)

edge 🔊

/ɛdʒ/

A slight advantage over others in a competition or situation.

competitive advantage 🔊

➕

/kəmˈpɛtɪtɪv ædˈvæntɪdʒ/

A small but significant advantage that makes someone more likely to succeed than others.

📁 Category：Social Economy 🔖 Level：intermediate

📘 Details & Usage

📖 Example

Her years of experience gave her an edge over the other candidates in the job interview. 🔊 Her years of experience gave her an edge over the other candidates in the job interview.

🔗 Collocations

have an edge over someone – possess a slight advantage over someone

competitive edge – an advantage in a competitive situation

give someone an edge – provide someone with an advantage

🔄 Synonyms

advantage (n.) – a condition that gives a greater chance of success

lead (n.) – a position ahead of others

head start (n.) – an initial advantage

🚫 Antonyms

disadvantage (n.) – an unfavorable condition

handicap (n.) – a disadvantage that makes success difficult

🌱 Derivatives

edge (v.) – to move gradually or to gain an advantage

edgy (adj.) – tense or nervous; also innovative

edginess (n.) – the quality of being edgy

Meaning 3：sharp blade (edge)

edge 🔊

/ɛdʒ/

The sharp, cutting part of a knife, axe, or other tool.

sharp blade 🔊

➕

/ʃɑːrp bleɪd/

The thin, sharp side of a cutting instrument that is used to cut or slice.

📁 Category：Objects & Materials 🔖 Level：elementary

📘 Details & Usage

📖 Example

Please be cautious, the edge of this kitchen knife is extremely sharp. 🔊 Please be cautious, the edge of this kitchen knife is extremely sharp.

🔗 Collocations

sharp edge – a keen cutting edge

blade edge – the cutting part of a blade

edge of a knife – the sharp side of a knife

🔄 Synonyms

blade (n.) – the flat sharp part of a cutting tool

point (n.) – the sharp end of something

cutting edge (n.) – the forward edge of a blade

🚫 Antonyms

blunt side (n.) – the non-sharp part of a tool

back (n.) – the opposite side of the edge

🌱 Derivatives

edged (adj.) – having a sharp edge

edginess (n.) – sharpness of an edge

edging (n.) – the process of putting an edge