English · Word Candidate

brink

/ˈbɹɪŋk/

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Also seen as: brinks

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Meaning · English

The edge, margin, or border of a steep place, as of a precipice; a bank or edge.

Noun

the brink of a river

Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).

Meaning · English

The edge or border.

Noun

the brink of success

Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).

What does “brink” mean?

The edge, margin, or border of a steep place, as of a precipice; a bank or edge.

Is “brink” formal or informal?

No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.

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