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brim
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- pronunciation:
- brIm
- parts of speech:
- noun, verb
| part of speech: |
noun |
| definition 1: |
the top edge of a hollow object such as a cup; rim.
The hot coffee spilled over the brim of the cup.- synonyms:
- lip
- similar words:
- brink, edge, rim
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| definition 2: |
a flat edge that sticks out.
The brim of the cowboy's hat kept the sun from shining in his face.- synonyms:
- visor
- similar words:
- bill, shade
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| related words: |
peak, verge |
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| part of speech: |
verb |
| inflections: |
brims, brimming, brimmed |
| definition: |
to be full to the brim.
The kitchen sink brimmed with water.- similar words:
- overflow
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| related words: |
teem |
| derivations: |
brimless (adj.), brimmming (adj.) |
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