Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

wedged

Adjective
/wɛdʒd/
Definition
To be firmly fixed or jammed into a narrow space.
Examples
  • The door was wedged shut by a large rock.
  • He found his shoe wedged between the couch cushions.
  • The book was wedged in the bookshelf, making it hard to pull out.
Meaning
Wedged describes something that is tightly packed or inserted into a confined area, often making it difficult to remove.
Synonyms
  • Jam
  • Insert
  • Tighten
  • Cramp
  • Embed