Definition of Verge
Verge
ver·ge
Definition/Meaning
(noun)
A border or edge of something, especially a boundary or limit.
e.g. The hikers stood at the verge of the cliff, taking in the breathtaking view.
(noun)
the figurative edge of something, the limit beyond which some particular event or condition will occur;
e.g. The country was on the verge of economic collapse by the end of the war.
(verb)
to be very similar or close to something, to approach it or be on the border/edge of it;
e.g. Their continuous requests verge on harassment.
(verb)
to be inclined or moving towards a particular condition/state or in a particular direction;
e.g. Her reputation had started to verge on fame after her brilliant performance.
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