(paper-making, art) A frame or edge which limits the pulp and, consequently, the size of the resulting paper.

plural of deckle

Having a rough edge (used especially of hand-made paper).

(of paper) Having a deckle edge. / (figuratively) Rough-edged like uncut paper.

The rough, untrimmed edge of paper left by a deckle. / A rough edge made to imitate this.

plural of deckle edge

Without a deck.