Fringes: meaning, definitions and examples

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fringes

 

[ frษชndส’z ]

Noun / Verb
Context #1 | Noun

of clothing

An ornamental border of threads left loose or formed into tassels or twists, used to edge clothing or material.

Synonyms

edging, tassel, trim.

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Word Description / Examples
fringes

Refers to decorative threads or strips hanging from the edge of something, often used on clothing or home decor items.

  • She added fringes to her shawl to give it a bohemian look
  • The vintage lampshade had long, hanging fringes
tassel

Denotes a group of threads bound together at one end and hanging free at the other. Generally used as an ornament.

  • The curtains were tied back with gold tassels
  • Her graduation cap had a red tassel
edging

Used to describe a border or edge that is decorative or functional. This term can pertain to clothing, fabric, or even landscaping.

  • The lace edging on her dress made it look elegant
  • He added some brick edging around the garden
trim

Refers to a decorative material that is added to the edges of something to finish or adorn it. It can be used in fashion, interior design, and more.

  • The costume was finished with gold trim along the sleeves
  • The couch had a braided trim that matched its cushions

Examples of usage

  • The jacket was adorned with fringes along the sleeves.
  • She added fringes to the hem of her dress for a bohemian look.
Context #2 | Noun

of society

The outer, marginal, or extreme part of an area, group, or sphere of activity.

Synonyms

margins, outskirts, periphery.

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fringes

Used to describe the outer edges of something more abstract, like society or a group. It often has a slightly negative connotation, implying separation from the main or central part.

  • She always felt like she was on the fringes of the social circle.
  • New ideas often emerge from the fringes of established norms.
periphery

Describes the outer boundary or edge of an area, both physical and abstract. It often emphasizes the distance from the center.

  • She lived on the periphery of London, far from the busy downtown area.
  • The issue was discussed on the periphery of the main debate.
margins

Refers to the outer limits or edges of a boundary, often used for physical objects like pages or fields, but can also refer to less central parts of a situation or activity.

  • She made notes in the margins of her notebook.
  • They live on the margins of the city, where the infrastructure is less developed.
outskirts

Used to describe the outer parts of a city or town, usually more residential and less densely populated than the center. It does not have a negative connotation.

  • They bought a house on the outskirts of the city to have more space.
  • The outskirts of the town are very peaceful compared to the bustling center.

Examples of usage

  • The fringes of society often face discrimination and neglect.
  • He operated on the fringes of the art world, experimenting with unconventional techniques.
Context #3 | Verb

of hair

To cut the hair so that the ends are uneven or loosely spaced.

Synonyms

feather, layer, trim.

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fringes

Used to describe the decorative edges of a piece of fabric, a shawl, or curtain. It can also mean the edges of something in a less literal sense, like the fringes of a city or society.

  • The scarf had beautiful fringes made of colorful threads.
  • He lived on the fringes of society, rarely interacting with others.
feather

Usually refers to the soft, light growths covering the body of birds. In a metaphorical or descriptive sense, it can refer to anything that is light and airy or has a feather-like appearance.

  • The bird's feather was so light it floated on the water.
  • She wore a hat adorned with a single, elegant feather.

Examples of usage

  • She decided to fringe her bangs for a more edgy look.
  • He fringed his long hair to add texture and movement.

Translations

Translations of the word "fringes" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น franjas

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค•เคฟเคจเคพเคฐเฅ‹เค‚

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Fransen

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ pinggiran

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฑะฐั…ั€ะพะผะฐ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ frฤ™dzle

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใƒ•ใƒชใƒณใ‚ธ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท franges

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ flecos

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท pรผskรผller

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๊ฐ€์žฅ์ž๋ฆฌ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ู‡ูˆุงู…ุด

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ tล™รกsnฤ›

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ tretky

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ่พน็ผ˜

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ obrobe

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ jaรฐar

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ัˆะตั‚ั‚ะตั€

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒฌแƒ•แƒ”แƒ แƒ”แƒ‘แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ saรงaqlar

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ flecos

Etymology

The word 'fringes' originated from the Old French word 'frenge', which in turn came from the Latin 'fimbria'. The concept of fringes as decorative borders dates back to ancient civilizations where they were used to embellish garments and textiles. Over time, the term 'fringes' has evolved to also represent the outer edges or margins of various aspects of life and society.

See also: fringe.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #13,024, this word is part of sophisticated English vocabulary. It's useful for academic or professional contexts where precise language is needed.