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edge vs side

side vs edge

edge and side both are nouns.

edge is not an adjective while side is an adjective.

edge and side both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
edge Yes No Yes No
side Yes Yes Yes No
As nouns, side is a hypernym of edge; that is, side is a word with a broader meaning than edge:
  • edge: a sharp side formed by the intersection of two surfaces of an object
  • side: an extended outer surface of an object
edge (noun) side (noun)
a sharp side formed by the intersection of two surfaces of an object an extended outer surface of an object
the outside limit of an object or area or surface; a place farthest away from the center of something either the left or right half of a body
a slight competitive advantage an aspect of something (as contrasted with some other implied aspect)
the attribute of urgency in tone of voice an opinion that is held in opposition to another in an argument or dispute
the boundary of a surface (sports) the spin given to a ball by striking it on one side or releasing it with a sharp twist
a line determining the limits of an area a lengthwise dressed half of an animal's carcass used for food
one of two or more contesting groups
a family line of descent
a surface forming part of the outside of an object
a line segment forming part of the perimeter of a plane figure
a place within a region identified relative to a center or reference location
an elevated geological formation
edge (adjective) side (adjective)
located on a side
edge (verb) side (verb)
lie adjacent to another or share a boundary take sides for or against
provide with an edge
advance slowly, as if by inches
provide with a border or edge
Difference between edge and side

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