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edged

American  
[ejd] / ɛdʒd /

adjective

  1. having an edge or edges (often used in combination).

    dull-edged; a two-edged sword.

  2. sarcastic; cutting.

    an edged reply.


Etymology

Origin of edged

First recorded in 1585–95; edge + -ed 3

Example Sentences

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Fiorello, winless in eight starts since winning his debut 11 months ago, edged Thirsty Rebel to win the first of two $125,000 stakes for Cal-breds, the Eddie Echo.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 4, 2026

Even though consumer confidence edged up overall, details show "growing concern about rising prices, especially gas prices, and a hesitancy to make big purchases," Long said.

From Barron's • Mar. 31, 2026

Ranked 71st in the world, the Bosnians were edged out of automatic qualification by Austria when they conceded late in a final group game decider in Vienna.

From BBC • Mar. 25, 2026

Estée Lauder’s stock edged higher premarket after sliding nearly 8% on the news Monday, while Puig’s shares jumped 14% in Madrid.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 24, 2026

The Dodgers finally edged the Bronx Bombers, 9 to 8.

From "In the Year of the Boar and Jackie Robinson" by Bette Bao Lord