Rim \Rim\, n. [As. rima, reoma, edge; cf. W. rhim, rhimp, a rim,
edge, boundary, termination, Armor, rim. Cf. Rind.]
1. The border, edge, or margin of a thing, usually of
something circular or curving; as, the rim of a kettle or
basin.
2. The lower part of the abdomen. [Obs.]
--Shak.
Arch rim (Phonetics), the line between the gums and the
palate.
Rim-fire cartridge. (Mil.) See under Cartridge.
Rim lock. See under Lock.
Source: Webster's Revised Unabridged Dictionary (1913)
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