Dictionary Check: fringe

"fringe" is a valid word!

Scrabble 10 points
Words with Friends 12 points

Definition

noun

the outside boundary or surface of something

noun

a part of the city far removed from the center

Example: "they built a factory on the outskirts of the city"
Synonyms:
noun

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

noun

a social group holding marginal or extreme views

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

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

Synonyms:
noun

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

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