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a(1)
: an upper or outer margin : verge
(2)
archaic
: the upper surface of a body of water
b
: the edge or rim of a hollow vessel, a natural depression, or a cavity
2
: the projecting rim of a hat
brimmed; brimming
: to fill to the brim
1
: to be or become full often to overflowing
eyes brimming with tears
2
: to reach or overflow a brim
Examples of brim in a Sentence
Noun
the brim of the teacup was banded with gold
touched the brim of his cap by way of salute
Verb
Her heart was brimming with happiness.
The show brims with excitement.
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Noun
Hats with intricate details, antique fabrics, and structured brims should be gently hand-cleaned to keep them in good condition.
—Olivia McIntosh, Martha Stewart, 8 Feb. 2026
Each partner points an accusatory finger at the other and their respective accounts brim with glaring inconsistencies and false allegations.
—Matthew Carey, Deadline, 5 Feb. 2026
Verb
Conveniently located in San Polo (a five-minute walk from Rialto, with a vaporetto stop nearby), this two-bedroom can sleep up to six and is brimming with character.
—Elly Leavitt, Vogue, 9 Feb. 2026
Bad Bunny’s halftime performance at Super Bowl LX served as a robust celebration of culture that brimmed with symbolism and celebrity cameos.
—Peter Sblendorio, New York Daily News, 9 Feb. 2026
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“Brim.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/brim. Accessed 14 Feb. 2026.
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brim
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brimmed; brimming
: to be or become full to overflowing
brimming with happiness
eyes brimming with tears
boats brimming with tourists
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