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rim

Pronunciation: [rɪm]

Word

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

Context: “physical object”

(noun) the outer edge or border of something, like the top of a cup or the wheel of a bicycle. It's the part that goes around the outside.

Example

The rim of the glass sparkled in the light.

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The rim of the wheel is not damaged; it's in perfect shape.

Example

What color is the rim of your favorite hat?

Context: “actions”

(verb) to surround or to go around something, like placing a border around a picture or garden. It's like giving something a frame or edge.

Example

The flowers rim the path beautifully.

Example

The fence does not rim the garden; it has been removed.

Example

Can we rim the cake with chocolate sprinkles?

How to pronounce rim

Pronunciation: [rɪm]

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