Definition

Adjective 1. Having a border or edge: Describes something that has a distinct boundary, margin, or decorative edge. This border can be physical, like a line or strip, or conceptual, like a limit. 2. Specifically edged or trimmed: Often used to indicate that the border is of a particular type, color, or material, especially when combined with another word (e.g., black-bordered).

Usage

The adjective "bordered" is used to describe nouns. It typically follows a linking verb (like "is," "was," "seems") or comes directly before the noun it modifies. It often specifies the type of border using a hyphenated compound (e.g., "a gold-bordered certificate").

Examples

• The formal invitation was bordered with elegant gold leaf.
• The map showed the bordered territories of the two neighboring countries.
• She wore a simple white dress bordered in blue.
• The garden path was bordered by fragrant lavender bushes.

Advanced Usage

• Used as a combining form: "Bordered" is frequently combined with another word (usually an adjective of color or material) using a hyphen to create a compound adjective that precisely describes the border.
  • Example: The diplomat received a purple-bordered document of high importance.
• Figurative use: Can describe something that is limited or defined in a non-physical way.
  • Example: His happiness was bordered by a sense of melancholy.

Variants and Related Words

• Border (noun): The edge or boundary of something.
  • Example: They crossed the border at dawn.
• Border (verb): To form a border along; to adjoin.
  • Example: A hedge borders the property.
• Unbordered (adjective): Lacking a border.
• Edged: A close synonym, often interchangeable.
  • Example: an edged blade; a lawn edged with flowers.

Synonyms

• Edged
• Bounded
• Fringed
• Trimmed
• Hemmed
• Margined

Antonyms

• Borderless
• Unbordered
• Edgeless

Related Phrases

• Bordered on: This phrasal verb means to be very close to or almost equivalent to something, often something negative or extreme.
  • Example: His reckless behavior bordered on insanity.
• Bordered by: Used to indicate what forms the physical border.
  • Example: The estate is bordered by a dense forest.

Adjective

1. having a border especially of a specified kind; sometimes used as a combining term
   • black-bordered handkerchief