Meaning of the word borderline in English

What does borderline mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

borderline

US /ˈbɔːr.dɚ.laɪn/
UK /ˈbɔːr.dɚ.laɪn/

Adjective

1.

between two different conditions, with the possibility of belonging to either one of them:

Example:
Only in borderline cases will students be allowed to retake the test.

Noun

1.

something that separates two different qualities:

Example:
The borderline between friendship and intimacy is often hard to define.
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