fringe (Meaning)
fringe (n)
the outside boundary or surface of something
a part of the city far removed from the center
one of the light or dark bands produced by the interference and diffraction of light
a social group holding marginal or extreme views
a border of hair that is cut short and hangs across the forehead
an ornamental border consisting of short lengths of hanging threads or tassels
fringe (v)
adorn with a fringe
decorate with or as if with a surrounding fringe
fringe (n.)
An ornamental appendage to the border of a piece of stuff, originally consisting of the ends of the warp, projecting beyond the woven fabric; but more commonly made separate and sewed on, consisting sometimes of projecting ends, twisted or plaited together, and sometimes of loose threads of wool, silk, or linen, or narrow strips of leather, or the like.
Something resembling in any respect a fringe; a line of objects along a border or edge; a border; an edging; a margin; a confine.
One of a number of light or dark bands, produced by the interference of light; a diffraction band; -- called also interference fringe.
The peristome or fringelike appendage of the capsules of most mosses. See Peristome.
fringe (v. t.)
To adorn the edge of with a fringe or as with a fringe.
Synonyms & Antonyms of fringe
Synonyms:
- mere
- measure
- maximum
- ambit
- lip
- demarcation
- borderland
- crest
- cusp
- pale
- ceiling
- termination
- march
- selvage
- restriction
- brink
- lap
- frontier
- shore
- curb
- limitation
Antonyms:
fringe Sentence Examples
- The fringed curtains swayed gently in the breeze, casting intricate shadows on the floor.
- The actress's glittering dress was adorned with a delicate fringe that danced with every movement.
- The edges of the antique rug were elaborately fringed, adding an opulent touch to the room.
- The politician's hair was cut short, leaving only a small fringe framing his forehead.
- The fringed lampshade cast a warm, ambient light, creating a cozy atmosphere in the study.
- The tablecloth was adorned with intricate fringe that cascaded down its length like a waterfall.
- The fringe on the scarf caught the sunlight, casting a kaleidoscope of colors across her face.
- The bandanas worn by the bikers had long, flowing fringes that fluttered behind them as they rode.
- The fringed leather jacket exuded a sense of ruggedness and rebellion.
- The scientist peered through the telescope's eyepiece, his fringe of hair brushing against the lens.
FAQs About the word fringe
the outside boundary or surface of something, a part of the city far removed from the center, one of the light or dark bands produced by the interference and di
confines, boundary, periphery, circumference, edging,edge, border, perimeter, rim, hem
core, heart, core, heart, center,center, interior, interior, middle,within
The fringed curtains swayed gently in the breeze, casting intricate shadows on the floor.
The actress's glittering dress was adorned with a delicate fringe that danced with every movement.
The edges of the antique rug were elaborately fringed, adding an opulent touch to the room.
The politician's hair was cut short, leaving only a small fringe framing his forehead.
