Fringe (Verb)
Meaning 1
Decorate with or as if with a surrounding fringe; "fur fringed the hem of the dress".
Classification
Verbs of touching, hitting, tying, digging.
Examples
- Lace fringed the edges of the delicate handkerchief.
- Tassels fringed the luxurious curtains that hung from the high ceiling.
- Feathers fringed the sleeve of the traditional Native American garment.
- Beads fringed the hem of the colorful dancer's costume.
- Ruffles fringed the borders of the vintage tablecloth.
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Meaning 2
Adorn with a fringe; "The weaver fringed the scarf".
Classification
Verbs of sewing, baking, painting, performing.
Examples
- The artisan carefully fringed the handbag with intricate tassels and colorful threads.
- She decided to fringe the blanket with a matching yarn to give it a finished look.
- The fashion designer chose to fringe the hem of the skirt for a trendy effect.
- The skilled weaver fringed the edges of the rug with delicate silk fibers.
- The crafter fringed the lampshade with a combination of beads and sequins.