Definitions

1. noun

A sharp or pointed end or border of something, or the boundary of a place or region.

“The edge of the knife was very sharp.”

2. noun

A thin layer of something, especially a layer of a different color or texture.

“The edge of the painting was a thin line of gold.”

3. verb

To make or become sharp or pointed at one end.

“The knife edge was used to cut the paper.”

4. verb

To be located near the boundary of a place or region.

“The city edges the ocean.”

5. verb

To give or take an advantage or an edge to something or someone.

“The new policy edges out the old one.”

6. adverb

At the boundary or limit of something.

“The edge is where the forest ends and the desert begins.”

7. adverb

In a sharp or pointed manner.

“She sings the edge of the melody.”