fringe

nounfeminine/ˈfɾɐ̃ʒɐ/medium

fran·ja

Definitions

1A decorative border of threads, cords, or strips hanging loose from the edge of a fabric, rug, etc.

The fringe of the rug was frayed.

The dress had an elegant fringe on the skirt.

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Common collocations

rug fringedress fringeside fringe

2The outer, marginal, or peripheral part of something.

The urban fringe of the city is less developed.

He lives on the fringe of society.

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urban fringefringe of society

Do francês 'frange', do latim 'fimbria'.