What does BRIMS mean?

Brims 1. Parts of Speech

Brims is a noun and a verb.

2. Definitions

• As a noun: the projecting edge around the bottom of a hat.
• As a verb: fill or be full to the point of overflowing.

3. Pronunciations

• US: /brɪmz/
• UK: /brɪmz/

4. Origin and Usage

The word "brims" comes from the Old English word "brym" meaning "edge" or "rim". The noun form of "brims" is commonly used to describe the projecting edge around the bottom of a hat. The verb form of "brims" is often used to describe filling something to the point of overflowing.

5. Synonyms

• As a noun: edge, rim, border.
• As a verb: fill, overflow, inundate.

6. Related Words

• Bream
• Brine
• Brier
• Brisk
• Brist

7. Example Sentences

• As a noun: She adjusted the brim of her hat to shield her eyes from the sun.
• As a verb: The glass brims with water as she fills it to the top.