brimless Meaning & Definition
ˈbrim
What Does Brimless Mean?
As a noun, brimless means an upper or outer margin. It is also used to mean the upper surface of a body of water.
Brimless: Key Facts
| Part of speech | noun |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | /ˈbrim/ |
| Synonyms | border, borderline and bound |
| Antonyms | center, core and heart |
Brimless Definition (Noun)
- an upper or outer margin : verge
- the upper surface of a body of water
- the edge or rim of a hollow vessel, a natural depression, or a cavity
- the projecting rim of a hat
Synonyms of Brimless
borderborderlineboundboundarycircumferencecompassconfinesedgeedgingendframefringehemmarginperimeterperipheryrimskirtskirtingvergebillpeakvisor
Brimless synonyms and antonyms →Antonyms of Brimless
Brimless in a Sentence
the brim of the teacup was banded with gold
touched the brim of his cap by way of salute
Word Forms & Grammar
brim·less adjective
brim
brimless
brims
brimless (not comparable)
Words That Rhyme With Brimless
Origin of Brimless
Origin 1: Middle English brimme; akin to Middle High German brem edge
Origin 2: From brim + -less.
First Known Use
13th century
Frequently Asked Questions About Brimless
What part of speech is brimless?
Brimless is a noun.
What is another word for brimless?
Close synonyms of brimless are border, borderline and bound. See the full list of brimless synonyms and antonyms.