edgeways

Adverb

(not comparable)

With the edge facing in the direction of movement
With the edge uppermost

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The size of each dwelling is in some cases marked by boards resting edgeways on the platform, like the skirting boards over the flooring of the rooms in a modern house.
Olaf leapt into the sea holding his shield edgeways, so that he sank at once and the weight of his hauberk dragged him down.

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