Definition of Rim
1. Noun. The shape of a raised edge of a more or less circular object.
2. Verb. Run around the rim of. "Sugar rimmed the dessert plate"
3. Noun. (basketball) the hoop from which the net is suspended. "The ball hit the rim and bounced off"
4. Verb. Furnish with a rim. "Rim a hat"
5. Noun. The outer part of a wheel to which the tire is attached.
6. Verb. Roll around the rim of. "The ball rimmed the basket"
7. Noun. A projection used for strength or for attaching to another object.
8. Noun. The top edge of a vessel or other container.
Specialized synonyms: Collar, Shoe Collar
Generic synonyms: Edge
Group relationships: Vessel
Derivative terms: Brim
Definition of Rim
1. n. The border, edge, or margin of a thing, usually of something circular or curving; as, the rim of a kettle or basin.
2. v. t. To furnish with a rim; to border.
Definition of Rim
1. to provide with a rim (an outer edge) [v RIMMED, RIMMING, RIMS]
Medical Definition of Rim
1. 1. The border, edge, or margin of a thing, usually of something circular or curving; as, the rim of a kettle or basin. 2. The lower part of the abdomen. Arch rim See Cartridge. Rim lock. See Lock. Origin: As. Rima, reoma, edge; cf. W. Rhim, rhimp, a rim, edge, boundary, termination, Armor, rim. Cf. Rind. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998)
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