Fringed

usgb/frɪndʒd/
adjective

Covered with decorative edges resembling a thread or fiber.

The young girl wore a pretty pink dress with a fringed bottom.
Visual representation of "fringed" - Covered with decorative edges resembling a thread or fiber

Often appears as...

  • fringed hem
  • fringed edges
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Visual representation of "fringed"
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Fashion Context

Often used to describe clothing or accessories with extra decorative elements.

Illustration for Fashion Context
She accessorized with a fringed scarf.
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Movement Effect

'Fringed' items may move in a distinctive way, highlighting the fringes.

Illustration for Movement Effect
Her fringed shawl fluttered as she danced.
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Decoration Not Function

The fringes are decorative, not typically altering the function of the item.

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The fringed edges of the tablecloth were purely ornamental.
Visual representation of the word "Fringed"

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