Synonyms of rim

Noun


1. rim, boundary, edge, bound, round shape

usage: the shape of a raised edge of a more or less circular object

2. rim, hoop, ring

usage: (basketball) the hoop from which the net is suspended; "the ball hit the rim and bounced off"

3. rim, hoop, ring

usage: the outer part of a wheel to which the tire is attached

4. flange, rim, projection

usage: a projection used for strength or for attaching to another object

5. brim, rim, lip, edge

usage: the top edge of a vessel or other container

Verb


1. rim, line, run along

usage: run around the rim of; "Sugar rimmed the dessert plate"

2. rim, supply, provide, render, furnish

usage: furnish with a rim; "rim a hat"

3. rim, roll, turn over

usage: roll around the rim of; "the ball rimmed the basket"

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Definition and meaning of rim (Dictionary)