Used other than figuratively or idiomatically: see bottom, edge. / (cricket) The edge of a bat closest to the ground.

(cricket) To hit the ball with the bottom edge of the bat.

(cricket) The edge of a bat farthest from the ground. / (cricket) A deflection of a ball off of the top edge of a bat, into the air and potentially for a catch.

(cricket) To hit the ball with the top edge of the bat.

(cricket) The edge of a bat farthest from the body of the batsman. / (cricket) A deflection of a ball off of the outside edge of a bat, often to the slips or wicket keeper for a catch.

(cricket) To hit the ball with the outside edge of the bat. / (skating) To place one's weight on the outside edge of the skate, thereby moving in a curve in that direction.

(uncountable) A lifestyle and subculture that advocates abstinence from alcohol, tobacco and the usage of recreational drugs. / (countable) Alternative form of straightedge

(graph theory) An edge of a directed graph.

(snowboarding) The sharp edge on the long side of a snowboard closest to one's toes, regardless of which way one if facing (up-mountain or down-mountain) or riding (goofy or regular).

The front edge of something. / The edge of a book, leaf, or illustration furthest from the backbone.