Ridge Definition & Meaning
ridge
- noun
- a long narrow natural elevation or striation
- any long raised strip
- a long narrow natural elevation on the floor of the ocean
- a long narrow range of hills
- any long raised border or margin of a bone or tooth or membrane
- a beam laid along the edge where two sloping sides of a roof meet at the top; provides an attachment for the upper ends of rafters
- verb
- extend in ridges; "The land ridges towards the South"
- plough alternate strips by throwing the furrow onto an unploughed strip
- throw soil toward (a crop row) from both sides; "He ridged his corn"
- spade into alternate ridges and troughs; "ridge the soil"
- form into a ridge
"Ridge" in song lyrics
See how ridge is used in real songs:
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"When the summer came I was off to the Ridge"
Dred Scott — Back in the Day -
"Focus on his, Supposed to stay close to the ridge"
Fes Taylor f/ Inspectah Deck — The Streets -
"FRUIT RIDGE"
Flamin B-Dawgs (Bloods) — B-Dawg's Roll Call
Words that rhyme with ridge
Usage tips for "ridge"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "ridge" 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 ridge to find words that pair well.