fringe

//frɪndʒ//
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Noun

fringeSingular
fringesPlural
1

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.

2

The front section of hair cut short and hanging over the forehead; bangs.

She decided to cut a fringe to change her look.

3

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.

4

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

1

To decorate or border with a fringe.

The curtains were fringed with silk tassels.

2

To form a border or edge along something.

Trees fringe the lake on all sides.

Adjective

1

Not part of the mainstream; unconventional, peripheral, or alternative.

He's interested in fringe political movements.

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