Definition of "margin" []

• An edge and the area immediately adjacent to it; a border. See Synonyms at border. (noun)
• The blank space bordering the written or printed area on a page. (noun)
• A limit in a condition or process, beyond or below which something is no longer possible or acceptable: the margin of reality; has crossed the margin of civilized behavior. (noun)
• An amount allowed beyond what is needed: a small margin of safety. See Synonyms at room. (noun)
• A measure, quantity, or degree of difference: a margin of 500 votes. (noun)

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• "The term "margin of safety" is often misunderstood, especially when investors seek a perceived margin of safety within volatile growth stocks."
• ""Bill Thompson's poll gives new meaning to the term margin of error," Wolfson said in the statement."
• "We were aggressive and focused in the execution of this plan, and this process has contributed significantly to our title margin expansion this year despite the decline in revenue."