Fringier

/ˈfrɪndʒiər/ adjective

Definition

Comparative form of 'fringy,' meaning more characterized by fringes or having more of a fringe-like quality.

Etymology

Comparative form of 'fringy' (adjective), which comes from 'fringe' with the suffix '-y' meaning 'full of' or 'characterized by,' plus the comparative suffix '-er.'

Kelly Says

When something is 'fringier' than something else, it's moving further from the center or mainstream—which is exactly what 'fringe' means etymologically, so the word structure perfectly matches its meaning.

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