De rand



Example: De rand van het boek is beschadigd.

Definition


"De rand" refers to the edge or border of an object, such as the outermost part of a book, table, or any surface. It is the boundary line or margin that separates the inside from the outside or one area from another.

Etymology


The Dutch term "de rand" originates from Middle Dutch 'rande,' meaning edge or border. It is related to similar words in other Germanic languages, all referring to the outer limit or margin of an object or area.

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"De rand" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - General - (A2) - set 2", containing 116 commonly used words.
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