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边缘
biān yuán
edge, margin, periphery
这幅画的边缘有些模糊。
The edges of this painting are a bit blurry.
general
The outer limit or boundary of something, often referring to the edge or margin.
他站在房间的边缘，观察着里面的情况。
He stood at the edge of the room, observing what was happening inside.
Can refer to physical edges or metaphorical boundaries in various contexts.
figurative
A position or role that is on the periphery or less central.
她在公司里处于边缘地位，很少参与重要决策。
She is on the periphery in the company and rarely participates in important decisions.
Often used to describe social or professional marginalization.
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Pro Tip
Literal vs. Figurative
Remember that '边缘' can refer to physical edges or metaphorical boundaries, depending on context.
Gold Rule
Context Matters
In scientific or technical contexts, '边缘' often refers to physical boundaries, while in social contexts, it can imply marginalization.
Word Origin
Composed of '边' (edge) and '缘' (margin or edge), combining to mean the outer limit or boundary.
Usage Notes
Can be used both literally (physical edges) and figuratively (social or professional margins).
Word Breakdown
边
edge
root缘
margin
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