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rim
(r/I/m )

noun (n)

  • the shape of a raised edge of a more or less circular object(noun.shape)
    source: wordnet30
  • (basketball) the hoop from which the net is suspended(noun.artifact)
    Example:
    The ball hit the rim and bounced off.
    source: wordnet30
  • the outer part of a wheel to which the tire is attached(noun.artifact)
    source: wordnet30
  • a projection used for strength or for attaching to another object(noun.artifact)
    Synonym:
    flange
    source: wordnet30
  • the top edge of a vessel or other container(noun.artifact)
    Synonym:
    brim, lip
    source: wordnet30
  • The border, edge, or margin of a thing, usually of something circular or curving; as, the rim of a kettle or basin.(noun)
    source: webster1913

verb (v)

  • run around the rim of(verb.stative)
    Example:
    Sugar rimmed the dessert plate.
    source: wordnet30
  • furnish with a rim(verb.possession)
    Example:
    Rim a hat.
    source: wordnet30
  • roll around the rim of(verb.motion)
    Example:
    The ball rimmed the basket.
    source: wordnet30
  • To furnish with a rim; to border.(verb)
    source: webster1913
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