Meaning of the German Word "Rand"

Rand
brink

The extreme edge of something, especially before a steep drop.

Example Sentence

Das Land stand am Rand des wirtschaftlichen Zusammenbruchs.

Other Meanings of This Word

The outside limit of an object, area, or surface.

B1Noun
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The empty space at the side of a written or printed page.

B2Noun
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The outer edge of something circular.

B2Noun
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The top edge of a container.

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Definition: The extreme edge of something, especially before a steep drop.

Word Information

What is the CEFR level of the word "Rand"?

C2

What grammatical category does "Rand" have?

Noun

Which vocabulary topic does "Rand" belong to?

Abstract

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