marginal
UK/'mɑ:dʒinәl/US
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Definitions
adj.
At or near the edge or limit; of minor importance or barely adequate; relating to a small difference or increment
边缘的；微小的；勉强够格的
n.
A political constituency won by a very small margin
（选举中的）边缘选区
Root Breakdown
Root-derivedmarginstem
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alrelating to, having the nature of
=marginal
Example Sentences
- 1.
Marginal populations often lack access to essential services and educational opportunities.
- 2.
The economic policy had only marginal effects on reducing unemployment rates.
- 3.
His marginal contribution to the project raised questions about his continued involvement.