Meaning of the word margins in English

What does margins mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

margins

US /ˈmɑːrdʒɪnz/
UK /ˈmɑːrdʒɪnz/

Plural Noun

1.

the edge or border of something

Example:
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Write your notes in the margins of the book.
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The river overflowed its margins after the heavy rain.
2.

the difference between the value of sales and the cost of making and selling a product

Example:
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The company operates on very thin profit margins.
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They need to increase their sales margins to stay competitive.