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rim meaning and definition
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Definition of rim (noun)
- the shape of a raised edge of a more or less circular object
- (basketball) the hoop from which the net is suspended
- "the ball hit the rim and bounced off"
- the outer part of a wheel to which the tire is attached
- a projection used for strength or for attaching to another object
- synonyms: flange
- the top edge of a vessel or other container
RIM verb
Definition of rim (verb)
- run around the rim of
- "Sugar rimmed the dessert plate"
- furnish with a rim
- "rim a hat"
- roll around the rim of
- "the ball rimmed the basket"
Source: Princeton University Wordnet