selvage Synonyms

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

selvage Sentence Examples

  1. The selvages of the fabric provide reinforcement along the edges, preventing fraying.
  2. The selvage edge of the denim indicated the correct grain line for cutting.
  3. The uneven selvage hinted at the fabric's handmade origins.
  4. The printed selvage of the ribbon displayed the manufacturer's logo and product details.
  5. The torn selvage gave the fabric an unfinished, distressed look.
  6. The carefully stitched selvage ensured durability and a professional finish to the garment.
  7. The selvedge edge of the canvas was sealed with a water-resistant coating.
  8. The selvage stripes provided a decorative element and helped align the fabric during sewing.
  9. The intricate embroidery along the selvage added an elegant touch to the tablecloth.
  10. The selvages of the quilt blocks were carefully aligned to create a precise and symmetrical design.

FAQs About the word selvage

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

lap, limitation, termination, demarcation,frontier, outskirts, measure, extent, pale, mere

center, core, heart, core, heart,center, middle,within, interior, within

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.