selvage (Meaning)

Wordnet

selvage (n)

border consisting of an ornamental fringe at either end of an oriental carpet

the edge of a fabric that is woven so that it will not ravel or fray

Webster

selvage (n.)

Alt. of Selvedge

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border consisting of an ornamental fringe at either end of an oriental carpet, the edge of a fabric that is woven so that it will not ravel or frayAlt. of Selve

limitation, termination, pale, demarcation, mere, extent, measure, outskirts, borderland, march

core, heart, heart,center, center, core, inside, within,within, middle

The selvages of the fabric provide reinforcement along the edges, preventing fraying.

The selvage edge of the denim indicated the correct grain line for cutting.

The uneven selvage hinted at the fabric's handmade origins.

The printed selvage of the ribbon displayed the manufacturer's logo and product details.