Wedge Definition & Meaning
wedge
- noun
- any shape that is triangular in cross section
- a large sandwich made of a long crusty roll split lengthwise and filled with meats and cheese (and tomato and onion and lettuce and condiments); different names are used in different sections of the United States
- a diacritical mark (an inverted circumflex) placed above certain letters (such as the letter c) to indicate pronunciation
- a heel that is an extension of the sole of the shoe
- (golf) an iron with considerable loft and a broad sole
- something solid that is usable as an inclined plane (shaped like a V) that can be pushed between two things to separate them
- a block of wood used to prevent the sliding or rolling of a heavy object
- verb
- put, fix, force, or implant; "lodge a bullet in the table"; "stick your thumb in the crack"
- squeeze like a wedge into a tight space; "I squeezed myself into the corner"
"Wedge" in song lyrics
See how wedge is used in real songs:
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"Knife, edge, cut a wedge"
Crooked Lettaz — Trill -
"Single-edge stainless steel blade chopped the wedge"
The RZA — Samurai Showdown (Raise Your Swords) -
"It's the magical force of the wedge"
Sudden Death — Wedgies
Words that rhyme with wedge
Usage tips for "wedge"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "wedge" 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 wedge to find words that pair well.
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