1. the outside limit of an object, area, or surface; a boundary
2. the sharp side of a blade or cutting instrument
3. a slight advantage over competitors or rivals

1. to move gradually or carefully in a particular direction
2. to provide with a border or boundary

Examples

• She stood at the edge of the cliff looking down.
• The knife’s edge was sharp enough to cut paper.
• Our team has a slight edge over the competition.
• He edged closer to the door without making noise.
• The garden path was edged with colorful flowers.
• Don’t put the glass so close to the table’s edge.
• Her voice had a nervous edge to it.