PERIMETER Synonyms: 51 Similar and Opposite Words

perimeter

noun

pə-ˈri-mə-tər

Definition of perimeter

as in edge

the line or relatively narrow space that marks the outer limit of something soldiers guarding the perimeter of the camp

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Recent Examples of perimeter After cooling, place toothpicks around perimeter of custard, then cover with plastic wrap (don’t let plastic touch custard) and keep chilled. — Rachel Dolfi, Bon Appetit Magazine, 3 July 2026 The team, according to league sources who were granted anonymity to freely discuss the Lakers’ offseason moves, is still seeking a young wing to help its perimeter defense. — Dan Woike, New York Times, 2 July 2026 The Waseca County Honor Guard carried the flag out of the fairgrounds hall, and with about 35 volunteers around its perimeter, the red, white and blue was fully unfurled in all its glory for the first time in decades. — Rebekah Riess, CNN Money, 4 July 2026 Catalan Fire Service head of operations Eduard Martinez said the blaze had a perimeter of 25 miles and firefighters may not be able to bring it under control on Sunday, EFE said. — Elena Becatoros, Los Angeles Times, 5 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for perimeter

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Noun

The Detroit pizza features the style’s signature crown of crispy cheese around the edges, and a blanket of brick cheese.

— Jenn Harris, Los Angeles Times, 6 July 2026
Both the scalloped edges and adorable blue gingham print made this a top pick for me.

— Better Homes & Gardens, Better Homes & Gardens, 5 July 2026

Definition of edge

Noun

This oil-on-canvas rendering of the Battle of Gettysburg stretches 42 feet high and 377 feet in circumference, taking up a whole room for an immersive viewing experience in vivid color.

— Cu Fleshman, Travel + Leisure, 27 June 2026
One national survey of over 5,000 participants found that people who exercised in the morning tended to have a lower body mass index (BMI) and waist circumference as compared to midday and evening exercisers.

— Jenessa Connor, Health, 26 June 2026

Definition of circumference

Noun

If the boundary between them is compromised, the church too will become coercive.

— Kenneth Seeskin, Chicago Tribune, 5 July 2026
The root ball boundary or the outer edge of the soil-and-root mass typically extends from the main stem to just beyond the edge of the foliage.

— Mary Marlowe Leverette, Southern Living, 5 July 2026

Definition of boundary

Noun

The bears seen in large urban centers and agricultural areas, like the southeastern corners of the state and parts of the western border, are generally transient, as those areas don't have enough woods to create a good habitat.

— Finch Walker, USA Today, 4 July 2026
Today, they're celebrated not just for their thrift, but for proving that small cars can have enormous personality – a trait Honda is now hoping will resonate far beyond Japan's borders.

— New Atlas, New Atlas, 4 July 2026

Definition of border

Noun

Install Landscape Edging Plastic, steel, wood, brick, or stone garden edging creates a physical barrier that blocks underground grass roots and keeps them from spreading among your flower beds.

— Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 28 June 2026
The organic edging and modern handles create a sleek, sophisticated finish.

— BestReviews, Mercury News, 19 June 2026

Definition of edging

Noun

Conwell played off the ball a lot but showed a nifty handle when given the chance, delivering a terrific pass in transition for a Jahmir Young score and swerving past a defender on a neat move to the basket before missing a shot at the rim.

— Barry Jackson, Miami Herald, 4 July 2026
The coin, which British officials presented during the recent state visit of King Charles III and Queen Camilla to the United States, features every British monarch and American president since 1776 on its rim.

— Max Grinstein, The Washington Examiner, 3 July 2026

Definition of rim

Noun

Then on the periphery of the whiteboard, the Golden State Warriors, Dallas Mavericks, Boston Celtics, San Antonio Spurs and New York Knicks were written as options for James in free agency.

— Anthony Chiang, Miami Herald, 3 July 2026
For technology leaders, the edge is no longer the periphery of the architecture.

— Phillip Marangella, Forbes.com, 2 July 2026

Definition of periphery

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