edge control

Meanings

1. A hair product formulated to hold down baby or fine hair.
2. The controlled use and placement of the edge of a skate, ski, or snowboard.
3. A skill in edging; the ability to maintain one gunwale higher than the other at a controlled angle.
4. The management and manipulation of the edges of an aircraft's wings or control surfaces to enhance performance and stability.
5. Control over the exact placement of edges on a line or shape one is mapping, cutting, or etching.
6. The management of an unpredictable situation in order to prevent it from becoming physically dangerous.

Etymology

From edge + control.