RIM

Definition:

1. [noun] the shape of a raised edge of a more or less circular object
   
   
2. [noun] (basketball) the hoop from which the net is suspended; "the ball hit the rim and bounced off"
   
   
3. [noun] the outer part of a wheel to which the tire is attached
   
   
4. [noun] a projection used for strength or for attaching to another object
   Synonyms: flange
   
   
5. [noun] the top edge of a vessel
   Synonyms: blip
   
   
6. [verb] run around the rim of; "Sugar rimmed the dessert plate"
   
   
7. [verb] furnish with a rim; "rim a hat"
   
   
8. [verb] roll around the rim of; "the ball rimmed the basket"
   
   

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Related Words:

• beard
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