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brim

 

[ brɪm ]

Noun / Verb
Context #1 | Noun

edge

The upper edge of a vessel or other container.

Synonyms

edge, lip, rim

Examples of usage

  • The tea slopped over the brim of the cup.
  • The glass was filled to the brim with water.
Context #2 | Noun

fullness

The point at which something is full to overflowing.

Synonyms

capacity, fullness, overflowing

Examples of usage

  • His happiness was to the brim.
  • The auditorium was filled to the brim with excited fans.
Context #3 | Verb

fill

Fill or be full to the point of overflowing.

Synonyms

fill, flood, overflow

Examples of usage

  • Her eyes brimmed with tears.
  • The river brimmed after the heavy rainfall.

Translations

Translations of the word "brim" in other languages:

🇵🇹 beirada

🇮🇳 किनारा

🇩🇪 Rand

🇮🇩 pinggiran

🇺🇦 край

🇵🇱 krawędź

🇯🇵 縁

🇫🇷 bord

🇪🇸 borde

🇹🇷 kenar

🇰🇷 가장자리

🇸🇦 حافة

🇨🇿 okraj

🇸🇰 okraj

🇨🇳 边缘

🇸🇮 rob

🇮🇸 brún

🇰🇿 шеті

🇬🇪 ზღვარი

🇦🇿 kənar

🇲🇽 borde

Etymology

The word 'brim' originated from Middle English and Old English, with the meaning of 'edge' or 'rim'. It has been used for centuries to describe the upper edge of a container or the point of fullness. The verb form of 'brim' emerged later, indicating the action of filling something to the point of overflowing. Over time, 'brim' has become a versatile word used in various contexts to depict fullness, abundance, and overflowing emotions.

See also: brimming.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #15,372, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.