rim in WordNet English dictionary

1. the top edge of a vessel or other container
   brim  rim  lip 
   
2. a projection used for strength or for attaching to another object
   flange  rim 
   
3. the outer part of a wheel to which the tire is attached
   rim 
   
4. (basketball) the hoop from which the net is suspended
   "the ball hit the rim and bounced off"
   rim 
   
5. the shape of a raised edge of a more or less circular object
   rim 
   

1. roll around the rim of
   "the ball rimmed the basket"
   rim 
   
2. furnish with a rim
   "rim a hat"
   rim 
   
3. run around the rim of
   "Sugar rimmed the dessert plate"
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