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Margin

/ˈmɑː.d͡ʒɪn/ · noun

Meaning

(typography) The edge of the paper, typically left blank when printing but sometimes used for annotations etc..

Definitions by Sense

  1. (typography) The edge of the paper, typically left blank when printing but sometimes used for annotations etc.
  2. The edge or border of any flat surface.
  3. (figuratively) The edge defining inclusion in or exclusion from a set or group.
  4. A difference or ratio between results, characteristics, scores.
  5. A permissible difference; allowing some freedom to move within limits.
  6. (finance) The yield or profit; the selling price minus the cost of production.
  7. (finance) Collateral security deposited with a broker, to compensate the broker in the event of loss in the speculative buying and selling of stocks, commodities, etc.
  8. That which is ancillary; periphery.

Example Sentences

Nothing could be more business-like than the construction of the stout dams, and nothing more gently rural than the limpid lakes, with the grand old forest trees marshalled round their margins like a veteran army that had marched down to drink, only to be stricken motionless at the water’s edge.
The lobule margins, furthermore, are arched away from the lobe, with the consequence that (when fully inflated) the abaxial leaf surface forms the interior lining of the lobule.
As far as space is concerned, Mary Lamb finds herself at the farthest margin of society - among tramps - when the novel begins.
margin of victory
Chelsea will point to that victory margin as confirmation of their superiority - but Spurs will complain their hopes of turning the game around were damaged fatally by Atkinson's decision.
in Kentucky, for example, Trump beat Hillary Clinton by a nearly two-to-one margin
margin of error
The purchaser then hands over this margin to the person with whom he hypothecates the Stock.

Synonyms for margin

edgetoleranceborderperimeterallowanceleewaygross profitsecurity depositgross profit margin

Antonyms for margin

Related Words

perimeterborderedgegross profitsecurity depositallowancetoleranceleewaygross profit marginmarginalsidebarmark-upshadowamountratioconnectiondelimitationsidelineparallel

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does margin mean?

Margin means (typography) The edge of the paper, typically left blank when printing but sometimes used for annotations etc..

What is a synonym for margin?

Common synonyms include edge, tolerance, border, perimeter.

What is the opposite of margin?

The opposite depends on the specific sense.

How do you use margin in a sentence?

Nothing could be more business-like than the construction of the stout dams, and nothing more gently rural than the limpid lakes, with the grand old forest trees marshalled round their margins like a veteran army that had marched down to drink, only to be stricken motionless at the water’s edge.

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