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Definition rim in British English

rim noun

[countable] noun
/rɪm/
1

the edge of an open container or circular object

Example

Her glasses had gold rims.

Example

the rim of a glass

Example

They were standing on the rim of the volcano.

Synonyms and related words
bung cap compartment
2

a mark that goes all the way around the edge of something

Example

There was a rim of dirt on the inside of his collar.

Synonyms and related words
apex back back end
Definition rim in British English