Etymology

1. edgewise

adverb. ['ˈɛdʒˌwaɪz'] with the edge forward or on, by, or toward the edge.

Etymology

  • -wise (English)
  • wise (English)
  • edge (English)
  • egge (Middle English (1100-1500))

Rhymes with Edgewise

  • clockwise
  • crosswise
  • heartwise
  • lengthwise
  • sidewise
  • streetwise
  • timewise
  • uruguay's

Sentences with edgewise


1. Noun, singular or mass
when you're trying to get a word in edgewise, walk away.

2. edgewise

adverb. ['ˈɛdʒˌwaɪz'] as if by an edge; barely.

Etymology

  • -wise (English)
  • wise (English)
  • edge (English)
  • egge (Middle English (1100-1500))