edged
8 synonyms and 1 antonym for edged, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adj — Having a sharp, defined edge or surface.
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Antonyms
How to use edged
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
lace-edged
razor-edged
edged with gold
Etymology
Came into English via Middle English egged, from Old English ecged; equivalent to edge + -ed.
Full origin of edged →Frequently asked questions
What does “edged” mean?
The word “edged” means having a sharp, defined edge or surface. In plain terms, describes something with a sharp border, or something trimmed along its border.
How do you pronounce “edged”?
“Edged” is pronounced ehjd (/ɛd͡ʒd/ in IPA).
How do you use “edged” in a sentence?
Here is “edged” used in a sentence: “The knife had a finely edged blade.”
What part of speech is “edged”?
“Edged” is an adjective.
Is “edged” a common word?
“Edged” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “edged” have?
“Edged” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: having a sharp, defined edge or surface.
What's the difference between edged and sharp?
Edged describes something having a defined or bordered edge, which can include a cutting edge, while sharp specifically emphasizes the cutting or piercing quality of that edge. A blade can be both edged and sharp, but edged can also simply describe a border, like a lawn edged with flowers, without implying sharpness.
What does it mean when fabric or clothing is described as "edged"?
When applied to fabric or objects, edged means bordered or trimmed with a particular material or color, such as a handkerchief edged with lace. This sense has nothing to do with sharpness and instead describes decorative trim.
What is a "double-edged" comment or situation?
A double-edged comment or situation has two sides and can cut both ways, meaning it can be interpreted or work either positively or negatively. This figurative use extends from the literal sense of an object having two sharp edges.
