Definition of rim
(Entry 1 of 2)
1a
: brink
b
: the outer often curved or circular edge or border of something
2a
: the outer part of a wheel joined to the hub usually by spokes
b
: a removable outer metal band on an automobile wheel to which the tire is attached
rim
verb
rimmed; rimming
Definition of rim (Entry 2 of 2)
1
: to run around the rim of
putts that rim the cup
2
: to serve as a rim for : border
cliffs rimming the camp
: to form or show a rim
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The first known use of rim was in the 13th century
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