brim (Meaning)

Wordnet

brim (n)

the top edge of a vessel or other container

a circular projection that sticks outward from the crown of a hat

Wordnet

brim (v)

be completely full

fill as much as possible

Webster

brim (n.)

The rim, border, or upper edge of a cup, dish, or any hollow vessel used for holding anything.

The edge or margin, as of a fountain, or of the water contained in it; the brink; border.

The rim of a hat.

Webster

brim (v. i.)

To be full to the brim.

Webster

brim (v. t.)

To fill to the brim, upper edge, or top.

Webster

brim (a.)

Fierce; sharp; cold. See Breme.

brim Sentence Examples

  1. The coffee cup was filled to the brim, threatening to spill over.
  2. His eyes brimmed with tears as he recounted the tragic story.
  3. The river swelled to the brim after days of heavy rain.
  4. Her laughter filled the room, brimming with joy and merriment.
  5. The bakery displayed trays of pastries, each one brimming with tempting delights.
  6. The auditorium was brimming with anticipation as the curtains rose for the performance.
  7. The garden was brimming with colorful flowers, creating a picturesque scene.
  8. His heart was brimming with gratitude for all the support he received.
  9. The reservoir reached its brim, signaling an end to the drought.
  10. Her mind was brimming with creative ideas for her next art project.

FAQs About the word brim

the top edge of a vessel or other container, a circular projection that sticks outward from the crown of a hat, be completely full, fill as much as possibleThe

perimeter, margin,edge, circumference, edging, rim, confines, boundary, border, fringe

heart, core, center, core, center, heart,within, interior, inside, interior

The coffee cup was filled to the brim, threatening to spill over.

His eyes brimmed with tears as he recounted the tragic story.

The river swelled to the brim after days of heavy rain.

Her laughter filled the room, brimming with joy and merriment.