fringe
//frɪndʒ//
Noun
A decorative border of hanging threads, cords, or strips, often attached to the edge of fabric, clothing, or curtains.
The curtains were decorated with a golden fringe along the bottom edge.
The front section of hair cut short and hanging over the forehead; bangs.
She decided to cut a fringe to change her look.
The outer or marginal part of an area, group, or sphere of activity; the periphery or edge.
They live on the fringe of the city.
A group or area of activity viewed as peripheral, unconventional, or extreme in relation to the mainstream.
His political views are on the fringe of the party.
Verb
To decorate or border with a fringe.
The curtains were fringed with silk tassels.
To form a border or edge along something.
Trees fringe the lake on all sides.
Adjective
Not part of the mainstream; unconventional, peripheral, or alternative.
He's interested in fringe political movements.