άκρη — meaning in English

English meaning

• edge noun The outer boundary or line where something ends.
• end noun The final point of something in space or time.

Senses

άκρη is used for these senses in English:

• edge (geometry) A one-dimensional face of a polytope. In particular, the joining line between two vertices of a polygon; the place where two faces of a polyhedron meet.
• end The most extreme point of an object, especially one that is longer than it is wide.

edge — full definition

1. noun The outer boundary or line where something ends.
2. noun The sharp cutting side of a blade.
3. noun A slight advantage over rivals or competitors.
4. verb To move slowly and carefully, often in small steps.
5. verb To win by a very small margin.

end — full definition

1. noun The final point of something in space or time.
2. noun A purpose or goal that something is aimed at.
3. verb To reach a conclusion, or to bring something to a conclusion.

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