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rim

/ɹɪm/

noun

Meaning

  • An edge around something, especially when circular.

  • A wheelrim.

  • A semicircular copydesk.

verb

Meaning

  • To form a rim on.

  • To follow the contours, possibly creating a circuit.

    "A walking path rims the island."

  • (of a ball) To roll around a rim.

    "The basketball rimmed in and out."