Pronunciation: /frɪndʒ/
noun an ornamental border of threads left loose or formed into tassels or twists, used to edge clothing or material
A1 She wore a dress with fringe along the hem.
A2 The fringe of the carpet was starting to unravel.
B1 The fringe benefits of the job include flexible hours and health insurance.
B2 The artist's work is on the fringe of mainstream art, pushing boundaries and challenging norms.
C1 The political party's policies appeal to those on the fringe of society.
C2 The scientist's research is at the fringe of what is currently known about the universe.
verb to decorate with a fringe
A1 She fringes her hair to give it a stylish look.
A2 The plant fringes the edge of the garden beautifully.
B1 The artist fringed the painting with intricate details.
B2 The author fringed the novel with a mysterious subplot.
C1 The designer fringed the dress with delicate lace trim.
C2 The architect fringed the building with unique decorative elements.
adjective not part of the mainstream; unconventional or peripheral
A1 She wore a fringe scarf to the party.
A2 The fringe benefits of the job include free gym membership.
B1 The fringe group protested outside the government building.
B2 The novel explores the fringe elements of society.
C1 The artist's work is often considered to be on the fringe of mainstream art.
C2 The scientist's theories were seen as fringe ideas until they were proven to be true.
adverb in a fringe manner or style
A1 She walked along the fringe of the forest, afraid to venture too far in.
A2 The cat sat on the fringe of the rug, watching the room with curiosity.
B1 The new restaurant on the fringe of town is becoming quite popular among locals.
B2 The artist's work is often on the fringe of mainstream art, pushing boundaries and challenging norms.
C1 The scientist's theories were considered fringe by many in the academic community, but eventually gained recognition.
C2 The politician's views were on the fringe of the party's platform, causing controversy and debate among members.
formal The fringe of the carpet was starting to unravel, so I had to trim it carefully.
informal She always likes to wear fringe on her jackets for a bohemian look.
slang I'm not really into that fringe music scene, but some of my friends love it.
figurative His ideas were on the fringe of acceptable thinking, pushing boundaries in the academic world.
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