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rimmed

v.
B2 Upper Intermediate US //ˈɹɪmd// UK //ɹˈɪmd// rimmed

v. having a border or edge around something. You use this to describe things like glasses, eyes, or the edge of a plate.

v. having a border, edge, or circular frame. Often used to describe the physical boundary of an object or the appearance of a person's eyes.


SIMPLE

She wore glasses with silver-rimmed lenses.

CONTEXTUAL

The waiter brought a plate of cookies that were perfectly rimmed with golden brown edges.

COMPLEX

The actor's performance was defined by a look of exhaustion, with eyes that were dark-rimmed and bloodshot from the long hours of filming.

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