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Meaning of brim over

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

brim

Pronunciation:/bɹɪm/

noun

Definitions

  1. An edge or border (originally specifically of the sea or a body of water).

  2. The topmost rim or lip of a container.

    Example: The toy box was filled to the brim with stuffed animals.

  3. A projecting rim, especially of a hat.

    Example: He turned the back of his brim up stylishly.

verb

Definitions

  1. To be full to overflowing.

    Example: The room brimmed with people.

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