Edgewise Definition & Meaning

edgewise
adverb
  1. with the edge forward or on, by, or toward the edge; "he sawed the board edgeways"; "held it edgewise"
  2. as if by an edge; barely; "I could not get a word in edgewise"

"Edgewise" in song lyrics

See how edgewise is used in real songs:

  • "If you get a word in edgewise"
    Swollen Members — Switchblade

Usage tips for "edgewise"

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