English dictionary

verge

/v/[@]/r/dZ/

Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.

noun

a region marking a boundary

noun.shape

Synonyms brink threshold

Source: WordNet 3.0
the limit beyond which something happens or changes

noun.attribute

Examples
On the verge of tears.

Synonyms brink

Source: WordNet 3.0
a ceremonial or emblematic staff

noun.communication

Synonyms scepter sceptre wand

Source: WordNet 3.0
a grass border along a road

noun.artifact

Source: WordNet 3.0
A rod or staff, carried as an emblem of authority; as, the <i>verge</i>, carried before a dean.

noun

Source: webster1913

border on; come close to

verb.stative

Examples
His behavior verges on the criminal.

Source: WordNet 3.0
To border upon; to tend; to incline; to come near; to approach.

verb

Source: webster1913