Background for rim

rim

/ɹɪm/

Illustration rim - Image 1

Illustration rim - Image 2

noun

An edge around something, especially when circular.

Examples :

"The rim of the pizza plate was covered in melted cheese. "

Illustration rim - Image 1

Illustration rim - Image 2

noun

A wheelrim.

Examples :

"The bicycle's rim was dented after the accident. "

Illustration rim - Image 1

noun

A semicircular copydesk.

Examples :

"The teacher used the semicircular rim of the desk to display the map of Europe. "

architecture writing media

Illustration rim - Image 1

verb

To form a rim on.

Examples :

"The baker carefully rimmed the pie crust with a strip of puff pastry. "

part appearance

Illustration rim - Image 1

Illustration rim - Image 2

verb

To follow the contours, possibly creating a circuit.

Examples :

"A walking path rims the island."

area part action

Illustration rim - Image 1

verb

(of a ball) To roll around a rim.

Examples :

"The basketball rimmed in and out."

Illustration rim - Image 1

noun

Examples :

"The thin rim of the balloon was made of a special, strong membrane. "

anatomy biology organism body part

Illustration rim - Image 1

noun

The membrane enclosing the intestines; the peritoneum, hence loosely, the intestines; the lower part of the abdomen; belly.

Examples :

"The doctor examined the patient's rim, looking for signs of discomfort. "

body anatomy organ

Illustration rim - Image 1

verb

To lick the anus of a partner as a sexual act.

sex action body