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Edging

Noun CEFR C2 Specialized
ˈɛd͡ʒ.ɪŋ

Definitions

  1. Anything that forms, defines, or marks the edge of something.
  2. A technique involving the placement of the edge of the climbing shoe on a sharp hold.
  3. The operation of shaping or dressing the edge of anything, as of a piece of metal.
  4. The sexual technique of maintaining a high level of sexual arousal for an extended period of time without reaching orgasm.

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Examples

“The decorative edging around the door makes it easier to find⟳ in the dark.”
“A means was found, for example, of fitting rubber edging to the doors and still retaining the handle⟳ and door lock⟳.”

CEFR level

C2
Mastery
This word is part of the CEFR C2 vocabulary — mastery level.
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