Definitions for rim

Definitions for (noun) rim

Main entry: brim, lip, rim

Definition: the top edge of a vessel or other container


Main entry: flange, rim

Definition: a projection used for strength or for attaching to another object


Main entry: rim

Definition: the outer part of a wheel to which the tire is attached


Main entry: rim

Definition: (basketball) the hoop from which the net is suspended

Usage: the ball hit the rim and bounced off


Main entry: rim

Definition: the shape of a raised edge of a more or less circular object


Definitions for (verb) rim

Main entry: rim

Definition: roll around the rim of

Usage: the ball rimmed the basket


Main entry: rim

Definition: furnish with a rim

Usage: rim a hat


Main entry: rim

Definition: run around the rim of

Usage: Sugar rimmed the dessert plate


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