Border Definition
border
noun
- a line that indicates a boundary
- the boundary line or the area immediately inside the boundary
- the boundary of a surface
- a decorative recessed or relieved surface on an edge
- a strip forming the outer edge of something; "the rug had a wide blue border"
verb
- extend on all sides of simultaneously; encircle; "The forest surrounds my property"
- form the boundary of; be contiguous to
- enclose in or as if in a frame; "frame a picture"
- provide with a border or edge; "edge the tablecloth with embroidery"
- lie adjacent to another or share a boundary; "Canada adjoins the U.S."; "England marches with Scotland"
"Border" in song lyrics
See how border is used in real songs:
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"The order is slaughter, all around the border"
9th Prince — Just in Case -
"from Amsterdam to the Northern border"
Aceyalone — Headaches and Woes -
"Kaos to order they're closing the border"
Aceyalone — The Hurt
Words that rhyme with border
Usage tips for "border"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "border" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for border to find words that pair well.