First Known Use: circa 1735
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1flange
noun \ˈflanj\
: an edge that sticks out from something (such as a wheel) and is used for strength, for guiding, or for attachment to another object
Full Definition of FLANGE
1
: a rib or rim for strength, for guiding, or for attachment to another object <a flange on a pipe> <a flange on a wheel>
2
: a projecting edge of cloth used for decoration on clothing <a jacket with flange shoulders>
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Origin of FLANGE
perhaps alteration of flanch a curving charge on a heraldic shield
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2flange
verb
flangedflang·ing
Definition of FLANGE
transitive verb
: to furnish with a flange
First Known Use of FLANGE
circa 1859
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