Periphery (Noun)
Meaning
The outside boundary or surface of something.
Classification
Nouns denoting two and three dimensional shapes.
Examples
- The small towns were located on the periphery of the metropolitan area, offering a slower pace of life for residents.
- The doctor examined the wound carefully, cleaning the edges and monitoring the periphery for signs of infection.
- During the eclipse, observers on the periphery of the moon's shadow saw a partial rather than total eclipse.
- The periphery of the Great Barrier Reef is characterized by a diverse array of coral and marine life.
- After expanding the company, they set up satellite offices on the periphery of the city to cater to the growing clientele.