Periphery
/pəˈrɪf.əri/noun
The outer limits or edge of an area or object.
Did you know?In ancient Greek, 'periphery' was often associated with the divine circle, hinting at mystical boundaries of existence and knowledge.
Etymological Timeline
Ancient Greek
Greek
περίφειρα (periphaira)
“The act of carrying around or encompassing.”
Late Latin
Latin
peripheria
“A boundary or circumference.”
Middle English
English
perifere
“The outer aspect or boundary of something.”
Modern English
English
periphery
“The external boundary or surface of an area.”
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