rim

rim
[[t]rɪ̱m[/t]]
rims
1) N-COUNT: usu with supp The rim of a container such as a cup or glass is the edge that goes all the way round the top.

She looked at him over the rim of her glass.

2) N-COUNT: usu with supp The rim of a circular object is its outside edge.

...a round mirror with white metal rim.

3) N-COUNT: usu N of n If there is a rim of dirt around a surface there is a dirty mark around it.

There was already a rim of dark hairs and soap round the basin.

4) N-COUNT: usu the N In basketball, the rim is the metal ring that holds the net through which players have to try to throw the ball to score.
5) → See also , -rimmed

English dictionary. 2008.

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