Easton's Bible Dictionary: M. G. Easton, M.A., D.D.
Of a garment, the fringe of a garment. The Jews attached much importance to these, because of the regulations in Num. 15:38, 39. These borders or fringes were in process of time enlarged so as to attract special notice (Mt. 23:5). The hem of Christ's garment touched (9:20, 14:36; Lk. 8:44).