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    Bords (en. Edges)

    /bɔʁ/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    The lateral parts of an object, surface, or space.
    The edges of the table are damaged.
    Les bords de la table sont abîmés.
    The end of an element, such as a road or path.
    We walked along the banks of the river.
    Nous avons marché le long des bords de la rivière.
    A figurative or concrete limit.
    It is necessary to respect the edges of legality.
    Il est nécessaire de respecter les bords de la légalité.

    Etymology

    Derived from Old French 'bord', meaning 'limit' or 'side'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    on the edge of the abyss
    In a dangerous or critical situation.
    au bord du gouffre
    the edge of the sea
    The part of a beach that touches the water.
    le bord de la mer
    mess
    A disordered or chaotic place.
    bordel

    Related Words

    border
    A margin or outline around a space.
    bordure
    edge
    A part that protrudes, often on an edge.
    rebord
    border
    A form of the word 'edge', used to designate the same concept.
    borde

    Slang Meanings

    Edges (in slang) to refer to the sides of a situation.
    We were on the edge of the party before leaving.
    On était sur les bords de la fête avant de partir.
    To have edges, meaning to be aware of something.
    When he found out what was happening, he was fully in the loop.
    Quand il a su ce qui se passait, il avait tous les bords.