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FRINGING

(noun, verb, adj.)

Definitions

There are 9 meanings of the word Fringing.

Fringing - as a noun

The outside boundary or surface of something

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
outer boundaryperiphery19

A part of the city far removed from the center

Example: "They built a factory on the outskirts of the city"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
outskirt12

One of the light or dark bands produced by the interference and diffraction of light

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
interference fringe

A social group holding marginal or extreme views

Example: "Members of the fringe believe we should be armed with guns at all times"

A border of hair that is cut short and hangs across the forehead

An ornamental border consisting of short lengths of hanging threads or tassels

Fringing - as a verb

Adorn with a fringe

Example: "The weaver fringed the scarf"

Decorate with or as if with a surrounding fringe

Example: "Fur fringed the hem of the dress"

Fringing - as an adjective

That fringes.

Example Sentences

"The fringing coral reef is home to a wide variety of marine life."
"Her fringing bangs covered a portion of her forehead."
"The fringing clouds on the horizon signaled an approaching storm."
"The fringing edges of the fabric added a touch of elegance to the dress."
"She admired the fringing leaves of the tropical plant."
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Word Game Points

Is FRINGING a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, fringing is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

FRINGING has a SCRABBLE points total of 13.

Is FRINGING a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, fringing is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
FRINGING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 17.

Is FRINGING a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, fringing is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
FRINGING has a WORDFEUD points total of 15.

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