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edging
In landscaping and textiles, this term emphasizes precision and the creation of a clean boundary. When referring to the material used for garden borders, it often functions as an uncountable mass noun, though it can be countable when discussing different types of border products.
As a verb, the word conveys a sense of hesitation or stealth, suggesting a slow, incremental movement driven by caution or anxiety. In a sexual context, the term is highly specialized jargon and belongs to a specific adult register, referring to the deliberate delay of climax.
Meanings
The act or process of creating a neat, clean border along the edge of a lawn, path, or garden bed using a tool.
A material used to create a clean, defined border between a lawn and a garden bed or walkway.
Examples
I spent the whole morning edging the flower beds to make the yard look professional.
We should install some plastic edging to keep the grass from growing into the gravel path.
The vintage dress features a delicate lace edging along the collar.
Some people find that edging increases the intensity of the eventual climax.
He was slowly edging away from the edge of the cliff as the wind picked up.
I can see him edging toward the door like he is planning to sneak out.
The detective noticed the suspect edging closer to the exit during the interrogation.
Maybe I should try a different type of stone edging for the garden border.