1. a triangular piece of wood, metal, or other material used for splitting, securing, or tightening
2. a piece of something having a triangular shape
3. something that causes division or separation between people or groups
Usage: figurative

1. to force something into a narrow space
2. to split or separate with a wedge

Examples

• He used a wooden wedge to split the log.
• She cut a wedge of cheese for the sandwich.
• The disagreement drove a wedge between the friends.
• I wedged the door open with a book.
• The workers wedged the beam into position.
• He wedged himself into the crowded elevator.
• A lime wedge garnished the drink.