Selvedge
noun
The edge of a piece of fabric which is finished to prevent it from unraveling.
The seamstress carefully stitched the selvedge to prevent the fabric from fraying.

Often appears as...
- selvedge denim
- selvedge edge
Usage tips
Technical
noun
A narrow, reinforced border on fabric or paper that gives it a clean finish.
Ricardo bought selvedge denim jeans because of their higher quality and longevity.

Often appears as...
- selvedge edge
- selvedge definition
noun
The edge of a piece of fabric which is finished to prevent it from unraveling.
The seamstress carefully stitched the selvedge to prevent the fabric from fraying.

Often appears as...
- selvedge denim
- selvedge edge
Usage tips
Technical
noun
A narrow, reinforced border on fabric or paper that gives it a clean finish.
Ricardo bought selvedge denim jeans because of their higher quality and longevity.

Often appears as...
- selvedge edge
- selvedge definition
Definition 1 of 2

Fabric Specific
Selvedge usually refers to fabric, particularly ones prone to fraying.

Pay attention to the selvedge when cutting the cloth for your project.
Quality Indicator
Selvedge often implies higher quality in fabric because of its finished edges.

He prefers shirts that have a selvedge, as they last longer.
Fashionable Term
In fashion, selvedge is a trendy term used to denote premium denim jeans.

Fashion blogs have recently been praising the return of selvedge jeans.
Fabric Specific
Selvedge usually refers to fabric, particularly ones prone to fraying.

Pay attention to the selvedge when cutting the cloth for your project.
Quality Indicator
Selvedge often implies higher quality in fabric because of its finished edges.

He prefers shirts that have a selvedge, as they last longer.
Fashionable Term
In fashion, selvedge is a trendy term used to denote premium denim jeans.

Fashion blogs have recently been praising the return of selvedge jeans.
Fabric Specific
Selvedge usually refers to fabric, particularly ones prone to fraying.

Pay attention to the selvedge when cutting the cloth for your project.
Quality Indicator
Selvedge often implies higher quality in fabric because of its finished edges.

He prefers shirts that have a selvedge, as they last longer.
Fashionable Term
In fashion, selvedge is a trendy term used to denote premium denim jeans.

Fashion blogs have recently been praising the return of selvedge jeans.
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