Margin

usgb/ˈmɑːrdʒɪn/
noun

The edge or border of something.

He wrote some notes in the margin of the book.
Visual representation of "margin" - The edge or border of something.

Often appears as...

  • wide margin
  • narrow margin
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Physical Objects

Margin as a physical boundary of tangible items like books or pages.

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Please write your name on the top margin of the sheet.
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Note-taking Space

Margins in books or notebooks are often used for additional notes.

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I jotted down the translation in the book's margin.
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Visual Clarity

Keeping wide margins in documents improves readability and structure.

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Leave wider margins to make your report look cleaner.
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