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Selvage Definition & Meaning

selvage
noun
  1. border consisting of an ornamental fringe at either end of an oriental carpet
  2. the edge of a fabric that is woven so that it will not ravel or fray

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Frequently asked questions

What does selvage mean?
border consisting of an ornamental fringe at either end of an oriental carpet the edge of a fabric that is woven so that it will not ravel or fray
What part of speech is selvage?
Selvage is a noun.
How many definitions does selvage have?
Selvage has 2 definitions across 1 part of speech (noun).

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