Definition

A very thin and delicate edge, often found on materials like wood or paper, that can easily break or bend.

Example

The artist chose a featheredge for the delicate design on the paper.

Conversation

Did you see that old piece of furniture in the garage?

Yeah, it looks like it has a really interesting featheredge.

I wonder if we can restore it to make it look nice again.

That would be great! The featheredge gives it so much character.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Featheredge is formed from "feather" (from Old English *feðer*, meaning a light, flat structure that covers birds) and "edge" (from Old English *ecg*, meaning the border or margin of something). The word refers to a thin, light edge resembling a feather.

Memory Tip

Think of a 'feather' as something light and flat, and 'edge' as the border of something — together, they describe a light, thin edge.

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