1. People or groups that are on the edge of society or excluded from the mainstream; those living on the margins.
Usage: Plural form; often used in sociology and social studies contexts
2. In economics and business, products or services that generate minimal profit or operate at the edge of viability.
Usage: Technical/business usage

Examples

• The study examined how marginals in urban communities access social services.
• Sociologists often focus on the experiences of marginals who face systemic barriers.
• The company decided to discontinue its marginals and focus on bestselling items.
• Historically, many artistic movements were started by cultural marginals.
• Policy makers must consider the needs of economic marginals when designing welfare programs.
• These marginals struggle to find stable employment in the formal economy.