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fringed

v.
B2 Upper Intermediate UK //fɹˈɪndʒd// fringed

v. having a border made of small, hanging pieces of cloth or hair. You use this to describe things like curtains, rugs, or even the edges of a person's hair.

v. having a border or edge composed of small, hanging loops or tassels. Often describes decorative textiles or the natural appearance of certain plant leaves.


SIMPLE

The room was decorated with soft, fringed curtains.

CONTEXTUAL

She chose a fringed shawl to add a bohemian touch to her simple white dress.

COMPLEX

The desert landscape was defined by fringed cacti, their delicate, hair-like edges swaying gently in the arid breeze.

Synonyms
Origin

From Middle English frenged; equivalent to fringe + -ed.

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