Translation guide
The English word "edging" can refer to a sexual practice, a decorative border, or the act of moving gradually. This guide focuses on the sexual meaning, which is the most common modern usage, and briefly covers other senses.
The practice of stopping sexual stimulation just before orgasm, then repeating, to prolong pleasure or intensify the eventual orgasm.
He likes edging.
If you repeat edging, you can achieve a stronger orgasm.
Descriptive phrase meaning 'to stop just before climax'. More explicit and less slangy than 寸止め.
I'm practicing the technique of stopping just before climax.
Literally 'teasing play'. Refers to the broader act of teasing a partner sexually, which often includes edging. More common in BDSM or kink contexts.
I edged her many times during teasing play.
Loanword from English. Understood among some younger people or those familiar with English sex terminology, but not as widely used as 寸止め.
Do you know what edging is?
A narrow strip of material used as a decorative finish on clothes, furniture, etc.
General term for edging, bordering, or trimming on fabric, paper, or objects.
These curtains have gold edging.
Emphasizes the decorative aspect of the edging. Often used for lace or ornamental borders.
Loanword from English 'trimming'. Used in fashion or interior design, but less common than native terms.
To move slowly and carefully, often sideways or towards something.
Adverb + verb meaning to edge forward slowly, often with a sense of tension or caution.
The car edged forward into the intersection.
Means 'to approach little by little'. A more general way to express edging closer.
To edge closer by shuffling or inching, often while seated or in a confined space. Slightly literary.
Do not translate 'edging' as 縁取り or other border-related words in a sexual context. Use 寸止め or descriptive phrases instead.
edging (border)
寸止め is a noun but can be used with する to form a verb. It is casual and widely understood among adults. In more formal or medical contexts, use descriptive phrases like 絶頂直前で刺激を止める.
レースの縁飾りがついたハンカチ。
A handkerchief with lace edging.
ドレスにトリミングを施す。
Add edging to the dress.
He edged toward the exit.
彼はにじり寄って私の顔を覗き込んだ。
He edged closer and peered into my face.