Meaning & Definition of word "Marge"
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Marge
/mɑrdʒ/
noun:
- 1. The outer edge or boundary of something; a margin.
- Example: The report was printed with a nice white marge to allow for annotations.
- 2. A margin; an extra allowance in size or extent.
- Example: There is a small marge for error in the calculations.
verb:
- 1. To render a surface by adding a margin.
- Example: You need to marge the document before sending it for printing.
Etymology
Middle French 'marge' meaning 'edge, border'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
on the marge:
on the border or edge
margin of error:
the amount of error allowed in measurements or calculations
margin of profit:
the difference between the cost and selling price
margin call:
a demand by a broker for additional funds to cover potential losses
to push the marge:
to extend the limits or boundaries
Related Words
margin:
The space around the text in a document.
marginal:
Relating to or situated at the margin or edge.
Slang Meanings of marge
Meaning: A person named Marge, often used to refer to Marge Simpson from The Simpsons.
Example Sentence: I was just watching The Simpsons, and Marge is so funny!
Meaning: An informal term for something that is overly done or exaggerated.
Example Sentence: That outfit is just a little too marge for my taste.