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Definition of “selvage”

selvage or selvedge (ˈsɛlvɪdʒ Pronunciation for )

Definitions

noun

  1. the finished nonfraying edge of a length of woven fabric
  2. a similar strip of material allowed in fabricating a metal or plastic article, used esp for handling components during manufacture

Derived Forms

ˈselvaged adjective

Word Origin

C15: from self + edge; related to Dutch selfegghe, German Selbende

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