Margin — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

noun verb /ˈmär-jən/ mar·gin

Meaning & Definition of Margin

Margin (noun)

  1. the part of a page or sheet outside the main body of printed or written matter
  2. the outside limit and adjoining surface of something, edge
  3. a spare amount or measure or degree allowed or given for contingencies or special situations

Margin (verb)

  1. to provide with an edging or border
  2. to form a margin to, border
  3. to add margin to

Margin (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. the line or relatively narrow space that marks the outer limit of something

    "the margins of the paper should only be an inch wide"

    similar: border, borderline, bound, boundary, brim, circumference, compass, confines, edge, edging, end, frame, fringe, hem, perimeter, periphery, rim, skirt, skirting, verge
    related: ambit, brink, crest, curb, cusp, lip, ceiling, maximum, demarcation, extent, limitation, measure, mere, restriction, termination, borderland, frontier, march, outskirts, pale, selvage, lap, shore
    near: center, core, heart, inner, inside, interior, middle, within

Margin (verb) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. to serve as a border for

    "the riverbed is margined by a flat beach of smooth rocks"

    similar: border, bound, edge, frame, fringe, rim, skirt
    related: hem, trim, circumscribe, define, delineate, demarcate, outline, silhouette, sketch, trace, circle, compass, encircle, enclose, environ, girdle, girth, loop, ring, round, surround, wall, check, confine, control, curb, limit, restrain, restrict

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Margin

The most common words with a similar meaning to Margin:

border, borderline, bound, boundary, brim, circumference, compass, confines, edge, edging, end, frame, fringe, hem, perimeter, periphery, rim, skirt, skirting, verge

Related Words for Margin

ambit, brink, crest, curb, cusp, lip, ceiling, maximum, demarcation, extent, limitation, measure, mere, restriction, termination, borderland, frontier, march, outskirts, pale, selvage, lap, shore, trim, circumscribe, define, delineate, demarcate, outline, silhouette

Near Antonyms of Margin

center, core, heart, inner, inside, interior, middle, within

Word Forms of Margin

Inflections: margined, margining, margins

Derived words: margined (adjective)

Origin & Etymology of Margin

Middle English, from Anglo-French, from Latin margin-, margo border mark

First known use: 14th century

Vocabulary Lists & Topics for Margin

Words & Phrases Containing Margin

margin account, margin call, profit margin

Frequently Asked Questions about Margin

What does "Margin" mean?

"Margin" means the part of a page or sheet outside the main body of printed or written matter. As an a noun and a verb, it is defined as: the part of a page or sheet outside the main body of printed or written matter. It has 2 distinct senses.

What is another word for "Margin"?

Other words for "Margin" include border, borderline, bound, boundary, brim, circumference, compass and confines. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Margin" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Margin"?

There are 69 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Margin". Common alternatives include border, borderline, bound, boundary, brim, circumference, compass, confines, edge and edging.

How do you use "Margin" in a sentence?

Examples of "Margin" in a sentence: "the margins of the paper should only be an inch wide"; "the riverbed is margined by a flat beach of smooth rocks".

Is "Margin" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Margin" can be used as a noun and a verb, depending on the context.

Is "Margin" useful for IELTS, TOEFL, and other English exams?

As a B2-level word, "Margin" is typical of Cambridge B2 First (FCE), IELTS band 5.5–6.5, TOEFL iBT 72–94, PTE Academic 59–75, TOEIC Listening & Reading 785+.

How do you pronounce "Margin"?

"Margin" is pronounced /ˈmär-jən/ and divided into syllables as mar·gin.

What is the origin of the word "Margin"?

"Margin" comes from Middle English, from Anglo-French, from Latin margin-, margo border mark. First known use: 14th century.