Pronunciation: /brɪm/
noun the upper edge or lip of a container, typically a cup or a glass
A1 The cup was filled to the brim with water.
A2 She wore a hat with a wide brim to protect her face from the sun.
B1 The excitement in the air was at its brim as the concert was about to start.
B2 The party was in full swing, with drinks flowing to the brim.
C1 The lake was so full that it was overflowing at the brim.
C2 Her happiness was evident, her smile reaching to the brim of her eyes.
verb fill or be full to the point of overflowing
A1 The cup is brimming with water.
A2 Her eyes brimmed with tears as she listened to the sad story.
B1 The excitement in the room brimmed over as the concert started.
B2 The lake brims with fish, making it a popular spot for fishing.
C1 His speech brimmed with passion and conviction, captivating the audience.
C2 The city's cultural scene brims with creativity and innovation.
formal The cup was filled to the brim with hot tea.
informal She wore a hat with a wide brim to shield her face from the sun.
slang I'm feeling on top of the world, my happiness is at the brim.
figurative Her excitement was at the brim as she waited for the results of the competition.
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