marginal
US /ˈmɑːr.dʒɪ.nəl/
UK /ˈmɑːr.dʒɪ.nəl/
1.
relating to or situated at the edge or margin of something
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There was a marginal note in the book.
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The village is located in a marginal area near the forest.
2.
of secondary importance; not central or fundamental
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His contribution was marginal to the success of the project.
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The issue was considered of marginal importance.
3.
not quite reaching a specified level or standard
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His performance was marginal, just enough to pass.
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The company made only a marginal profit last quarter.