Pronunciation: /ɛdʒ/
noun the outside limit of an object, area, or surface; a point at or close to the edge
A1 Be careful not to fall off the edge of the cliff.
A2 She sat on the edge of the bed, deep in thought.
B1 The company is on the cutting edge of technology, always innovating.
B2 The artist painted the scene with a dramatic edge, capturing the viewer's attention.
C1 The negotiations were on a knife-edge, with tensions running high.
C2 The novel's plot had many twists and turns, keeping readers on the edge of their seats.
verb move gradually or hesitantly towards an ending or a specified point
A1 She carefully edged around the puddle to avoid getting her shoes wet.
A2 The cat edged closer to the mouse, ready to pounce.
B1 The hikers edged their way along the narrow cliff path, being careful not to slip.
B2 The company is edging out its competitors with its innovative marketing strategies.
C1 The artist's unique style edges him towards international recognition.
C2 The politician's controversial statements have edged him into the spotlight.
adjective having a sharp or distinct quality
A1 The knife has a sharp edge.
A2 She sat on the edge of the bed.
B1 The company is on the cutting edge of technology.
B2 The new software has an edge over the competition.
C1 His knowledge of the subject gives him an edge in the debate.
C2 The artist's work is on the leading edge of contemporary art.
adverb used to indicate a margin or limit
A1 She walked along the edge of the cliff carefully.
A2 The cat balanced on the edge of the table.
B1 He stood on the edge of the crowd, watching the performance.
B2 The athlete pushed himself to the edge of his limits during the race.
C1 The artist's work pushed the boundaries of traditional art to the edge of innovation.
C2 The scientist's research was on the cutting edge of technology.
formal The company is always looking for ways to stay on the cutting edge of technology.
informal I love living on the edge and trying new things.
slang That new video game is totally on the edge, everyone's playing it.
figurative She felt like she was standing on the edge of a cliff, unsure of what to do next.
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