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rim
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- pronunciation:
- rIm
- parts of speech:
- noun, transitive verb
- features:
- Word Combinations (noun, verb)
| part of speech: |
noun |
| definition 1: |
the outer edge or border of something, esp. something round or circular.
- synonyms:
- brim, circuit, circumference, lip, ring
- similar words:
- brink, edge, margin
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| definition 2: |
the outer part of a wheel, usu. connected to the hub by spokes.
- synonyms:
- felly, wheel
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| definition 3: |
a circular metal structure to which an automobile tire is attached.
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| definition 4: |
a metal ring or hoop from which a basketball net is hung.
- synonyms:
- hoop
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| related words: |
border, brim, frame, fringe, line, outside, verge |
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| part of speech: |
transitive verb |
| inflections: |
rims, rimming, rimmed |
| definition 1: |
to furnish with a rim or serve as a rim for; border.
Stones rim the flower bed.- synonyms:
- circle, encircle, girdle, ring, surround
- similar words:
- border, bound, edge, enclose, margin, verge
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| definition 2: |
to roll or run around the edge of (a basket, hole, or the like) without falling in.
The basketball rimmed the basket.- synonyms:
- round, skirt
- similar words:
- circuit, ring
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| related words: |
frame, ring |
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