Synonyms for rim

Synonyms for (noun) rim

Synonyms: brim, lip, rim

Definition: the top edge of a vessel or other container

Similar words: edge

Definition: a sharp side formed by the intersection of two surfaces of an object

Usage: he rounded the edges of the box


Synonyms: flange, rim

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

Similar words: projection

Definition: any structure that branches out from a central support


Synonyms: rim

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

Similar words: hoop, ring

Definition: a rigid circular band of metal or wood or other material used for holding or fastening or hanging or pulling

Usage: there was still a rusty iron hoop for tying a horse


Synonyms: rim

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

Usage: the ball hit the rim and bounced off

Similar words: hoop, ring

Definition: a rigid circular band of metal or wood or other material used for holding or fastening or hanging or pulling

Usage: there was still a rusty iron hoop for tying a horse


Synonyms: rim

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

Similar words: round shape

Definition: a shape that is curved and without sharp angles


Similar words: bound, boundary, edge

Definition: a line determining the limits of an area


Synonyms for (verb) rim

Synonyms: rim

Definition: roll around the rim of

Usage: the ball rimmed the basket

Similar words: turn over, roll

Definition: move by turning over or rotating

Usage: The child rolled down the hill; turn over on your left side


Synonyms: rim

Definition: furnish with a rim

Usage: rim a hat

Similar words: supply, render, provide, furnish

Definition: give something useful or necessary to

Usage: We provided the room with an electrical heater


Synonyms: rim

Definition: run around the rim of

Usage: Sugar rimmed the dessert plate

Similar words: run along, line

Definition: be in line with; form a line along

Usage: trees line the riverbank


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