SELVAGE


Meaning of SELVAGE in English

transcription, транскрипция: [ ˈselvɪdʒ ]

n. (also selvedge) 1 a an edging that prevents cloth from unravelling (either an edge along the warp or a specially woven edging). b a border of different material or finish intended to be removed or hidden. 2 Geol. an alteration zone at the edge of a rock mass. 3 the edge-plate of a lock with an opening for the bolt. [ME f. SELF + EDGE, after Du. selfegghe]

English main colloquial, spoken dictionary.      Английский основной разговорный словарь.