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brimmed

Pronunciation: [brɪmd]

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Learn how to use brimmed in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “appearance”

(adjective) having an edge that is full or overflowing. This is used to describe objects like cups or hats that are filled to the top or have a noticeable border.

Example

The cup was brimmed with hot chocolate, ready to be enjoyed.

Example

The bowl was not brimmed; it was barely half full of soup.

Example

Is your glass brimmed with water or is there room left?

Context: “action”

(verb) to fill something to the top or to the edge. It can mean to make an object full, like a container, so that it can hold as much as possible.

Example

She brimmed her basket with fresh apples from the orchard.

Example

He didn't brim the jug with lemonade; he left some space at the top.

Example

Did you brim the pot with pasta or just fill it halfway?

How to pronounce brimmed

Pronunciation: [brɪmd]

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